Moving Forward through Forgiveness – Part One
“To forgive and forget” is a prevailing idiom in our culture, but for most of us it is hard for us to truly let go and move forward in our … Read more
The Relationship Between Giving Back and Gratitude
From the time we young, most people recognize that giving gifts feels just as good, if not better than, the gratitude that comes from receiving them. In fact, the exchange … Read more
Strategies for Giving Thanks in the Face of Hardship
The holiday season is a time of joy and a time of stress. The pressure to be exuberant amidst winter’s darkness often leads to a feeling of disconnect for many. … Read more
Improving Communication in Marriage and Committed Relationships
Loving communication in Ellen’s marriage seemed a thing of the past. Now Ellen stood at the brink of divorce with her husband of eighteen years. She desperately did not want … Read more
Resilience, Relationships, and Transformation
A glimpse into a recent talk on resilience, healthy relationships and transformation. To view a brief introduction click on the image below.
The Power of Forgiveness
Forgiveness transforms anger and hurt into healing and peace. Forgiveness can help you overcome depression, anxiety, rage as well as personal, and relational conflicts. It is about making the conscious … Read more
Taking in the Good: Neuroplasticity and Your Brain
Recently at the Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health I had the opportunity to attend a three-day workshop presented by Rick Hanson, author of Buddha’s Brain. As many know, particularly … Read more
Self-Disclosure and Good Mental Health – Part One
Have you ever felt so alone that you think no one in the world understands you? Do you find it difficult to share personal information with others? Believe it or not, … Read more
The Four Agreements
Bess was a 34-year-old, attractive, single, accomplished attorney living in the Boston area.* She lived comfortably in her condo, managed her finances, had no close friends and a succession of … Read more
Changing the Voice of Addiction
Years ago, I directed the Stress Management Department at the Pain Unit of Boston’s Spaulding Rehabilitation Hospital. My first mind-blowing exposure to addiction came when a diabetic patient communicated her … Read more