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Navigating a world where there’s no room for parenthood.When I moved to the U.S. I knew I was giving up many things for a better career. I would miss…
Connectedness in Childhood“More than any single factor that we can control, connectedness in childhood is the key to a happy adulthood” says Edward Hallowell in “The Childhood Roots to…
If it’s Tuesday, this must be BelgiumTen months ago, I embarked on a journey to join my husband on tour to multiple cities across the country. The adventure of…
Bad money!Growing up, I had no idea how much money my family had. From what I could tell, we were solidly middle-class and we lived in a fairly affluent…
What do rubber bands, willow trees, and roly-poly dolls have in common?Answer: Flexibility under pressure and the capacity to bounce back after stress. In other words: resilience!The past two…
Work-related stressWhen we hear about burnout, we often think about outbursts of rage or someone storming into an office to hand in their resignation letter. But the truth is…
In a session I had recently with a couple, a husband told his wife that he wants to help her find peace when she is “off the rails.” He…
How Are You?Good enough! The first memorable time I heard that phrase was when my supervisor responded to my query “How are you?” I was surprised, delighted, and curious…
Hall of Famers At BatJohn Gottman’s research tells us that 67%* of the differences between partners are unresolvable and THIS is the good news. Recently I was talking shop…
Boundaries are the root of self-care and are necessary for creating a healthy life. They are limits we create for ourselves to have the life we want and deserve…
Valentine’s Day, the day that celebrates love, acknowledges the love, whatever its form, that surrounds you. Don`t wait for the Valentine; become the one. Be the embodiment of the…
The beginning of the new year is a fascinating time. It’s an invitation to begin again as if embarking on a new journey with a fresh start to (re)create,…