How many times have you (and I) said, “well, I guess that was better than nothing…” and other versions of that sentiment; and if we have said that to ourselves, chances are we will say it to our friends, partners, children, others who are important to us…or will. So when does ‘good enough’ fall into […]
Rules for Caregivers: Survival or Success
Caregivers come to be in many ages, life stages, and professions; there are those of us who chose this direction as our life passion – teachers, counselors, nurses, doctors, fire fighters, EMTS, police officers, clergy. Then there are those who find themselves thrust into the role of caregiver through life circumstance, via aging parents, illness […]
Are we THERE yet?!?
Ah yes, those wonderful days of yesteryear and car trips that never seem to end…is that what this phrase brings to mind for you, too? Remember that? Well, sometimes “there” can be more than an actual place or destination, and even more challenging than those car trips; sometimes it is a more difficult move that […]
Book Review – How To Really Love Your Child
By Dr. Ross Campbell (originally published in 1960) Genre: Non fiction, parenting Woo factor: none if Christianity is your thing Hippie factor: 8 out of 10 (it may challenge your viewpoint of traditional parenting) [NOTE: This piece was actually written by my eminent and completely awesome associate and our Practice owner, Joanne Ketch. She graciously allowed […]
The Myth of Readiness and Wanting To Get Sober
“They have to want it.” “It will only work if they are ready.” “You have to let them hit rock bottom.” These are common sayings in 12 meetings, in recovery communities, by family members and friends. It’s even sometimes (unfortunately) said in professional treatment. To be fair, it’s said out of love and kindness towards […]
Why Do I Need a Therapist if I Have a Program?
Isn’t AA (or 12 Step) Enough? Now about health: A body badly burned by alcohol does not often recover overnight nor do twisted thinking and depression vanish in a twinkling. We are convinced that a spiritual mode of living is a most powerful health restorative. We, who have recovered from serious drinking, are miracles of […]