How to Be a Person of Influence - Part I
When I look around our society, entertainment and political arenas today, I wish there were more people
Creating an Educational Advantage for Your Children
Many American parents are angry because of their belief that our public educational system is in shambles.
Begin Today to Become Your Best Self
It was a little odd having Easter and April Fool’s Day fall on the same day this year. Those dates haven’t lined up since 1945,
Change Your Attitude, Change Your Relationships
Conventional wisdom holds that as we age our beliefs and attitudes become more rigid. However,
Daily Grind or Wise Investment?
Former House Speaker Newt Gingrich once said, “Perseverance is the hard work you do after you get tired of doing the hard work you already did.”
Can You Guess What The Foundation of a Happy Marriage Is?
With Valentine’s Day upon us, our minds turn to love and romantic relationships. What do you think is the foundation of a happy marriage?
Job Stress Can Interfere with Being a Father
According to a Pennsylvania State University study, when you combine a highly demanding job together
You Can Learn to Trust Again
When it comes to relationships, let’s be clear – the last thing you want to do is trust someone who is not trustworthy.
Authentic Self-Disclosure Makes You a People Magnet
Everyone wants to be liked and accepted, although you wouldn’t always know it. Some people give the impression
Do You Know An Emotional Vampire?
It’s that time again – time for little ghouls and goblins, superheroes and princesses to swarm into the neighborhood
"But I Don't Like Confrontation"
Wouldn’t it be nice if everyone always got along and communication was always agreeable? That, of course, is a fantasy
Men and Women Have Different Social Needs
Back in the “olden days” when my children were still living at home and our main source of communication was a house phone
10 Keys to Healthy Relationships
As a psychologist, I work with people every day who want to improve their relationships with friends, co-workers and family members.
Earning the Trust of Your Employees
We live in unsettling times in many ways. We are constantly reminded of the need to protect ourselves from identity thieves,
Meet Conflict Head On
We recently escaped the brutal Arizona desert heat with a road trip to San Diego. Paradise, right? Fog in the morning,
How Counseling Can Save Your Life
I will be talking with Dr. Randy Carlson on the Intentional Living radio program Tuesday, August 22nd. He has asked me to spend
Too Much of a Good Thing
The other night as we were finishing a particularly great meal, I said, “I could eat that every day.” At that time, I meant it.
Are You the Genuine Article?
Have you ever been tricked into buying something you thought was authentic only to find out later that you received a counterfeit?
Three Simple Tips to Help Balance Your Life
“There just isn’t enough of me to go around! It’s our busy season at work and it’s impossible to keep up with my job demands
Do You Have a Need to be Right?
At times, wanting to be right is simply an outgrowth of healthy, good-humored competition. For example, if you are playing

