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1 Corinthians 13:4-5 New International Version (NIV) states that, “Love is patient, love is kind. It does not envy, it does not boast, it...

Newlyweds, don’t relax just yet. You are still in for a ride after the wedding day! As you start on the delicate, sometimes frustrating,...

The Elements of Sand Tray There are seven elements involved in the sand tray process. They are: sand, symbols, water, the client’s...

When things are busy in one area of our life, we sometimes fall behind in other areas. Daylight savings reminded me about how important...

Disclaimer: I very much believe kids are a blessing and we should involve them in activities that nurture their soul and builds...

I had to prioritize my time. Missing multiple workouts was not something I would tolerate any longer. Looking back, it wasn’t just...

Struggling with mental health is something that many people deal with. One common coping mechanism people use is reading, because it...

These are common occurrences if you have been identifying yourself based on your job, social organization, your family’s opinion, or your...

We all have an inner critic that leads us to be insecure. Some have an inner critic that is loud, overwhelming, and that influences daily...

I promise to be your lover, companion, and friend. Your partner in parenthood, ally in conflict, greatest fan, toughest...

So often, we find ourselves in a pattern of negative thinking. Thoughts quickly escalate from “Dang it, I messed that up” to “you’re a...

The “honeymoon” phase floats on by and then BAM! You guys find yourself in the midst of your first fight. The first fight can be...

To begin, what is the difference between sex and gender? Sex is the physical biological traits that distinguish between male and female....

Tears are the body’s release of stress, sadness, grief, anxiety, and frustration. Crying purges the body of pent up emotion, pain, and...

Set firm boundaries. You may not mind when your father-in-law offers parenting advice from his decades of experience. On the other hand,...

Gain Clarity Relationships are difficult. I advise that you make sure you are ready to date again. The worst thing you can do is go on a...

Here’s how unprepared I was. When we did pre-marital counseling, our counselor told me I wouldn’t always feel ‘warm fuzzies’ for my wife....

Growing up with a sister with Spina Bifida gave me the opportunity to witness firsthand what living with a disability entails. I watched...

I don’t think there is any good way to talk about this, so let’s just dive right in. I’m talking about consent!  As a parent, about a...

This is a real monster that many people are facing every day. For domestic abuse victims, everyday life can be lonely, isolated, and...