Forgiveness (Part 2): Why Is Forgiveness Important?

I do not know you as you read this, and maybe it seems impossible to ever let go of hurt or to begin to love a perpetrator.  Maybe you’re thinking this is not necessary and you feel more comfortable with the middle ground (you don’t want to feel...

The Perfect Parent

How we perceive God can seem inextricably linked to the way we perceive our earthly mothers and fathers. Whether it’s the dad who left us feeling inadequate and voiceless, or the mom who felt more like the child and less like the adult (rendering our environment...

Kindness Breeds Kindness

To some degree, every single one of us is experiencing change right now. Maybe it is related to the election, the anticipation of the holidays, loved ones coming and going, a personal victory or obstacle, a broken heart. Perhaps you are experiencing heightened anxiety...

Stress and the holidays

As the holiday season is coming upon us, it is time to be mindful of ourselves, our mental and physical health.  As much as this is a time of giving to others, it is a time to give to ourselves, as well.  By being aware of the amount of stress that can occur...

Taking a Healthy Time Out

All relationships can experience gridlock when talking about a difficult topic. Relationships, whether it be a couple, friendship, parent-child, or family system, tend to have a familiar dance that plays out in communication and conflict. For example, a common dance...