The recent tragedy of the suicide of Robin Williams will highlight an ailing problem, and perhaps give much needed attention to this horrible experience for loved ones, family and friends. How could someone be in so much emotional pain to take their own life? It bespeaks to two problems. One is the fact that some … [Read more…]
Five Tips to Keeping the Love in Marriage Alive Write a note of love – this classic way to express yourself has been replaced in our modern times. Do not send an email, text or other virtual communication; write them an old fashion pen and paper note expressing your love. Attend a Seminar or Class … [Read more…]
I have been doing professional counseling for about 20 years, and there are some common questions that potential new clients ask regarding counseling. I would like to answer some of these common questions. How does counseling work? Counseling sessions are normally one hour in length, yet the first session, I like to meet with the … [Read more…]
Marriage is a partnership between two individuals that is meant to last a lifetime. Why do so many marriages fail? Why do 50% of the marriages in the United Stated end up in divorce? This is a million dollar question. This article will address three important areas that cause marriages to crumble. #1 Emotional Management … [Read more…]
Our battle against the disease of alcoholism is an uphill battle. With the many good programs, support groups and prevention services, the statistics are still staggering: About 14 million people in the US are addicted to alcohol and millions of others who display symptoms of abuse. Over 17, 000 traffic fatalities attributed to alcohol-related accidents … [Read more…]
The news is official, Penn State University is cleaning house because of the sex scandal and cover up that has rocked not only Penn State but also the entire nation. Why has this captured the attention of the nation? Because it is challenging a collective problem in our culture, which is the idolatry of organizations, … [Read more…]
Fighting fair in marriage is an attitude and a skill; a skill that must be learned and practice to have a successful marriage. The following are some basic guidelines for fighting fair in marriage: 1. Deal With The Issue Quickly – don’t let it linger indefinitely 2. Deal With Only One Issue At A Time … [Read more…]
It takes work to have a good marriage and the following are 10 practical suggestions to improve the quality of your marriage. Practice these principles and you will reap great benefits. 1. Create a date night either every week or every other week. 2. Every day pray to be loving, forgiving and appreciative. 3. Tell … [Read more…]
In the United States we have an epidemic of divorce. Marriage is the sacred institution that provides the foundation for the individual, the family, the community and the nation. When marriages fall apart, the individual, the family, the community and the nation fall apart. Even a greater tragedy is the fact that the rates of … [Read more…]
As a marriage counselor, one of the most common problems for a couple is the inability to effectively communicate. Often, a past problem has not been resolved because of the lack of communication, and the small hill of a problem grows into a mountain. Lack of effective communication not only causes problems for married couples, … [Read more…]