Are You Living Life on Purpose?
That might sound like an odd question, especially at a time like this. But it’s an important one, especially for women in their 2nd half of life (what should be … Read more
Finding Grace
I love the concept of GRACE. Sure, grace is mentioned in all major religions, but I’d like to talk not about its divine meaning, but rather a secular meaning and … Read more
Feeling out of sorts?
Most of us have never been through anything like what is happening right now. We’re all navigating these uncertain waters at the same time so it can be difficult to … Read more
What does your mindset have to do with this pandemic?
As we all settle into week #5 of social distancing and self-quarantine, think about everything that has happened and changed around you. Social distancing, flattening the curve, the way … Read more
Steps for Maintaining a Sense of Normalcy During Covid-19
There is nothing normal about the situation we are all living through right now. We would all love to wake up one morning and find it was all a … Read more
Put Your Own Oxygen Mask on First
You hear it every time you board an airplane. During their safety briefing, the flight attendants remind you that, in the event of an emergency, if the oxygen masks … Read more
Cultivate Self-Compassion
Two women therapists attending one of my recent workshops were talking about developing online courses in the psychological arena and building a virtual presence. [As an aside, there is … Read more
The Profound Benefits of Keeping a Journal
Years ago the ritual of journal writing or keeping a diary was common. Today few people recognize the power and profound benefits behind this practice. In the field of psychology, … Read more
Are you chasing happiness?
Do you find yourself chasing happiness? I used to believe that once I got my doctoral degree—then I would be happy, when I became a professor then I would be … Read more
Are you sometimes mean to yourself?
Are you critical or judgmental with yourself? You are in good company. While so many of us excel as caretakers in one way or another, when it comes to self-care … Read more