We don’t have to be anonymous to find meaning and greater happiness in life.
“Over the years, research has confirmed what so many therapists have known intuitively. That the therapeutic relationship itself is essential to the success a patient experiences. Some studies have even called it the most important common factor to successful outcomes.” (From an article called The Importance of the Relationship in Therapy written by Lisa Firestone Ph.D. for … Read more
“When I was young. I never needed anyone. And makin’ love was just for fun. Those days are gone. Livin’ alone. I think of all the friends I’ve known. But when I dial the telephone. Nobody’s home.” I had girlfriends as a teenager. But the above lyrics from the song All By Myself, sung by Eric … Read more
I’ve found that when it comes to having doubts in life or in ourselves, we can be insecure in one of two ways. We can look up to people who are confident and strong and be inspired to grow and be like them. Or we can be jealous of them and act out in ways … Read more
I’m not religious. But I do ask for signs that something created life and the universe for a reason when I need to. They may not come right away, and some signs are more subtle than others. But they sustain me in times when my old enemy fear shows up and causes unhappiness in my … Read more
June 3rd will be forever bittersweet for me. My daughter was born on this date, which makes me happy. But my adolescent idol, Muhammad Ali, has passed away. He meant so much to so many people that I know I am not alone in the deep sadness I feel. I also know I cannot claim … Read more