1st ATAQ: Why do some people create drama in their lives? Everyone has at least one in his or her life. That person who is just “drama” and creates it wherever he or she goes. We are all familiar with the phrase “drama queen,” but I’ve found that there are also plenty of “drama kings” out there. I use the word "dramamonger" to refer to anyone who deals in drama. So, what compels a person to … [Read more...]
Permanent Change, Part II: Just Do It!
June 4, 2014 by
Thank you, Nike, for that awesome motto that has oh so many applications! This blog is a follow-on to my previous blog, Permanent Change, Part I: Getting Motivated. As promised, this blog will discuss just how we go about real, lasting personal change. Mahatma Gandhi said, “If we could change ourselves, the tendencies in the world would also change. As a man changes his own nature, so does the … [Read more...]
Permanent Change, Part I: Getting Motivated
May 22, 2014 by
Last week, I finally returned to yoga after more than a month-long hiatus. I didn't want to miss, but some things came up that took precedence. Life got really busy, as it often does, but I won't bore you with my reasons (a.k.a. excuses). : ) Before that break, I had been doing yoga faithfully for a few months and loving it! Going back in last week, I was excited and looking forward to it. I … [Read more...]
God and Candy Crush
November 15, 2013 by
Anyone who knows me knows that I am not a fan of video games. I have nothing against those who are, however. I don't think they shouldn't exist or shouldn't be played, they're just not my thing. So when one of my sisters introduced me to Candy Crush (CC) awhile back, I was resistant. I reminded her of my lack of interest in video games. She said that she generally felt the same way but that I … [Read more...]
The Psyche and the Heart
April 1, 2013 by
(This blog covers the topic of mindbody disorders as related to the psyche and the heart, as presented to a local chapter of WomenHeart, a national coalition for women with heart disease.) A great deal of evidence now exists for the inextricable link between mind and body. This evidence comes from research in the areas of medicine and psychology and is responsible for the development of the … [Read more...]
Parenting Tips for the Holidays
December 7, 2012 by
In a world where friends and family members can be across the globe from one another, travel is quickly becoming a normal part of life for more and more families. Because travel necessitates a change to our daily routines and schedules, though, it can prove very challenging for children. Just like adults, children want predictability and control. When things change due to holiday schedules and … [Read more...]
Giving Thanks
December 3, 2011 by
I'm writing this blog at this time of year at the risk of sounding cliche, but Thanksgiving this year really had me thinking about all I have to be grateful for in my life. This weekend's message at church really solidified that. In my line of work, I frequently talk to people about how to overcome their negative thoughts, as these can easily lead to self-defeating behavior. One of the best ways … [Read more...]
Anxiety
November 21, 2011 by
Whether you suffer from anxiety periodically or consistently, it boils down to the same thing: fear. That is, anxiety comes from fear, and that fear is a reaction to a perception of a loss of control, whether anticipated or actually occurring. Pick any situation, and explore it. You will find the same thing at the core. For example, anxiety about speaking in public comes from fear of embarrassing … [Read more...]
Need vs. Want
November 14, 2011 by
In recent years, I've often said that "need" is the nastiest of the four-letter words. I try to redirect people who use this word in situations that don't warrant it. True "need" is about life or death. I say that the only things we "need" for this life are food and water. Beyond that, for eternal life, we need Christ, but that's about it. In this day and age, I've noticed, many people use "need" … [Read more...]
Progress
November 4, 2011 by
This week's blog has a bit of a different flavor. It's an interactive blog. I want your input! Here are some things on which I'd like to have feedback: What do you think of the website--the organization, the presentation, the information? What are your ideas for blog topics? What things are of interest to you? What could you use some help with? What questions do you have? What … [Read more...]
