Survival Guide for the Holidays

Holiday season is here which also means if you weren’t already stressed.  You are probably going to be.  Below is a survival guide to help you through the holiday season. As a therapist, I recommend to all of clients to make sure they take time for themselves.  To do...

How to Nourish the Mind

In a few short days I will be leading a group of 38 students and parents on an international trip of a lifetime. We will visit seven major cities in twelve days: London, Paris, Florence, Rome, Pompeii, Sorrento and the Island of Capri. Needless to say, we are all...

Hope for the Unknown

“Mom, what’s so funny?” I asked as she walked down the hallway to rejoin us. Having exited the bathroom, I anticipated a variety of funny scenarios. “I’m wearing two pairs of pants! Isn’t that silly?” Her laughter was contagious and I joined in, but all the while...

How to Move Toward Your Dream

During the GateWay Pastor Appreciation Breakfast, we were privileged to hear a presentation from Phillip Kelley, chaplain of the Kansas City Chiefs. Using an acrostic for DREAM, Phillip presented some inspiring ideas for how we can move toward our dreams. Although...

How to Develop Self-Care

Everywhere I look this month I see reminders of the upcoming holiday: bouquets of red, pink or yellow roses, heart shaped boxes of chocolate or other sweet confections, expensive greeting cards declaring love to a perfect valentine. While I’m not necessarily cynical...