6 Keys of Assertive Communication

Communication is so important that it can make or break a relationship, is critical to success, and instantly reflects your self-esteem to listeners - for better or for worse. Assertive communication commands respect, projects confidence, and inspires influence. It is respectful, direct, honest, open,...

Cool-Down Tips for Parents

Before things reach the boiling point, try these time-tested strategies to smooth out those turbulent parenting waters that get the best of every mom and dad from time to time. OFFER A CHOICE Your child has a friend over to play. You hear name-calling. “You’re stupid.” “You’re...

Holiday Depression

The holiday season is a time full of joy, cheer, parties, and family gatherings. However, for many people, it is a time of self-evaluation, loneliness, reflection on past failures, and anxiety about an uncertain future. What Causes Holiday Blues? Many factors can cause the “holiday blues”:...

HELPING TEENAGERS WITH STRESS

Teenagers, like adults, may experience stress everyday and can benefit from learning stress management skills. Most teens experience more stress when they perceive a situation as dangerous, difficult, or painful and they do not have the resources to cope. Some sources of stress for teens might...

Coping with Cancer

Breast cancer continues to be the most common cancer in women in the United States. According to the American Cancer Society, an estimated 192,370 new cases of breast cancer are diagnosed each year. Today there are about 2.5 million breast cancer survivors living in the United States. Therefore, it is...