Behavior Is a Language: Listening to What Actions Are Saying

Behavior Is a Language: Listening to What Actions Are Saying

Imagine this: a student slams their book shut, arms crossed, eyes full of frustration. A toddler screams in the grocery store aisle. A coworker goes quiet in meetings and stops replying to messages. What do all these actions have in common? They’re speaking. Not with...
Connectedness of Winter

Connectedness of Winter

Snow is a dirty word my dad would note in his older age.  Long are the days where homemade donuts and building snowmen sound appealing to him.  These days he is building a fire, enjoying hot cocoa and putzing around the house.  That said, winter does offer us some...
When Joy Feels Distant

When Joy Feels Distant

Christmas, a season characterized by joy and celebration, can paradoxically exacerbate mental health issues for many individuals. The expectations surrounding the holiday season, including social gatherings, gift-giving, and family interactions, often create...
The Death of The Dining Room Table

The Death of The Dining Room Table

The American dream-a walk in closet.  The dining room has become a disposable section of the home that served some more important function at some stage of our development. Many of them sit gathering dust, patiently awaiting the next Thanksgiving.  Many of them...
Keepin’ It Fresh

Keepin’ It Fresh

Whether your relationship is new or you are on your 60th wedding anniversary, it’s important to remain curious about your significant other.  We, at times, forget to remain inquisitive about ourselves, our partner and our overall relationship.  No matter how well you...