This is in reference to a call you had from a woman who suffered severe brain damage from an auto accident. As she was describing her husband's behavior, I could identify with some of it... More >>

...I got married after I graduated. After 4 years of marriage, we decided to have a child. This is about the time I started listening to you... More >>

Parents yell at their kids because they're frustrated, frazzled, or have unrealistic expectations. They're overwhelmed with too much on their plates, and they're not mature or brave enough to only do what they are capable of doing well. Yet, regardless of the reason, yelling is very destructive to kids... More >>

Anxiety seems so common now. I hardly know a person who doesn't have to deal with it to some degree... More >>

Anxiety isn't something that goes away easily or permanently. However, even though you can't completely cure it, you can develop strategies to reduce your anxiety and learn how to live with it. Here are my tips to help you deal with your anxiety... More >>

Most of us encounter confrontational or hostile people every now and again. And even though your first instinct may be to act hostile back, what you choose to do can completely turn the tables. Here are my tips for dealing with angry people... More >>

...I am living proof that kids are really damaged when families get remarried and have more children or bring other children into the family... More >>

I spoke with you last July about my son being addicted to heroin. Your advice to let him go was the hardest decision of my life... More >>

Since becoming sober, I live "one day at a time" now. I thank my higher power for all the blessings I have been given... More >>

...A negative view can add unnecessary stress and hold you back from reaching your intended goals or ignore what's really important. You can learn to turn negative thinking into positive thinking... More >>