BlogHide Resteemsfatpandadesign (58)in gaming • 7 years agoBANfdresteemedunmentionable (57)in buddha • 7 years agoBook Review: Buddha's BrainIn the field of counseling, every few years a “new “type of therapeutic or counseling technique is espoused and marketed to those working in the field or maybe directly sold to the “self-help”…fatpandadesign (58)in coping • 7 years agoGrief and Loss - An Odd Coping MechanismWhile staying at a local B&B in Mexico, the owner asked me if I wanted to participate in the building of an altar for the courtyard of the house. -- Image Source I immediately agreed…resteemedunmentionable (57)in creativity • 7 years ago2 Ingredients to SuccessCreativity is important to success. I firmly believe that creativity is a firm indicator of intelligence. -- KWSWiZUb1VmX8V0o.jpg Image Source If you think of all the famous people…resteemedunmentionable (57)in peers • 7 years agoThe Company We Keep"Tell me about your environment, who do you spend time with outside of work?" -- Image Source This is a common question I ask many clients I work with in both my counseling and coaching…resteemedunmentionable (57)in courage • 7 years agoThe Best Spurt of Courage You Will Ever NeedLet's face it, there are times in our lives when we all lack courage. -- Image Source During my recent nomadic travels overseas, there were many situations where I found my courage wanting.…resteemedunmentionable (57)in ambition • 7 years agoBusiness Ambition vs Philosophical GrowthCan one have so much ambition and successfully build a well-known, income-generating business while devoting himself (or herself) to intense philosophical growth at the same time? -- Image…resteemedunmentionable (57)in mentors • 7 years agoMentors and Role ModelsMany of us have mentors throughout our lives. Usually, our parents are our first mentors/role models. -- Image Source As we grow older, we sometimes pick up more along the way: teachers…resteemedunmentionable (57)in confidence • 7 years agoYou Go, GrasshopperI mostly counsel adults but often they ask me about their kids. -- Image Source Kids face a lot of stress growing up, especially at school. It's hard for most of us to relate to it because…resteemedunmentionable (57)in decisions • 7 years agoShaping Your Life with Good DecisionsEvery day you’re responsible for making decisions in a variety of areas in your life from work to relationships to what you want for dinner. -- Image Source Some people prefer to make…resteemedunmentionable (57)in curiosity • 7 years agoChasing Success? Be Curious As HellWhat is your definition of success in life? -- Image Source For this post, I'm staying away from the holidays. I had an interesting conversation with a friend this past weekend about a few…resteemedunmentionable (57)in boundaries • 7 years agoRespect Yourself and Set BoundariesDo you give and give of yourself until you feel exhausted? Do you tend to put others needs before your own? -- Image Source Do you allow others to frequently violate your personal space…resteemedunmentionable (57)in engagement • 7 years agoAre You Listening?In a previous post, I discussed the importance of shutting off your autopilot once a day and practicing a little mindfulness. -- Image Source Now I want to talk to you about engaging with…resteemedunmentionable (57)in communication • 7 years agoBe an Effective CommunicatorBeing an effective communicator; one of the most important skills you can learn in life. -- Image Source Unfortunately, most of us are very poor at communicating our thoughts and needs to…resteemedunmentionable (57)in addiction • 7 years agoBoredom and Addiction - A Dangerous GameI work with a lot of people who struggle with various addictions. -- Image Source Some struggle with alcohol or other drug addictions and other struggles with what is commonly called…resteemedunmentionable (57)in confidence • 7 years agoBrimming with ConfidenceConfidence is supposed to be this magic ingredient that makes us great at everything. -- Image Source It solves all your problems. Can't find a date? Start building confidence. Not promoted…resteemedunmentionable (57)in autopilot • 7 years agoTurn Your Autopilot Off Once A DaySo winter has started baring its icicle fangs here in Northern Virginia. -- Image Source The temperature is dropping and the cold air is very noticeable. Lately, I have been extremely busy…resteemedpsychsherpa (47)in adhd • 7 years agoADHD and CohabitationHere at my Fairfax office, one of my specialties is working with people who have ADHD and other executive function issues. -- Image Source Many of my clients are adults who are living with…resteemedunmentionable (57)in distortion • 7 years agoClimbing the MountainRecently, I have begun martial arts training again after many years of not being involved in this type of physical training. -- Image Source Fitness has always been important to me so the…resteemedunmentionable (57)in society • 7 years agoThe Box We Put People InI had a client not too long ago re-teach me a valuable lesson. -- Image Source I say “re-teach” because quite frankly I should have known better. This was a concept which was taught to me…