What do you think about all day? In those quiet moments, enjoying your private thoughts over coffee in your favorite cozy spot. What is your silent conversation? The hidden self of you, existing everyday beneath your social and professional roles, your habits and public identity. In a competitive society our hidden self often retreats. At times our beliefs don’t fit social expectations. For me, I never seemed to fit in, but I accepted it. Maybe our creativity is discouraged a

The World You See A few years ago, I was in Rockford, Illinois, an idyllic leafy, tree-filled city, north of Chicago, close to Kenosha,...

“By three methods we may learn wisdom: First, by reflection, which is noblest; Second, by imitation, which is easiest; and third, by...

During the honeymoon phase of a relationship, happiness and hope prevails for the prospect of a future life together. In the beginning,...

After countless hours of conducting group therapy for men, it is safe to say that we live in a world filled with complexities and...

All humans worry. But are you a worrywart? There is always something to worry about. Simple and difficult life challenges and choices can...

Men who are difficult to deal with are difficult with themselves. Here’s the problem: The more men identify with the “old fashioned”...

My whole life, I’ve struggled with weight. When under stress, I snacked, while watching my waistline expand: I felt worse. I found...

Ever wonder what people are thinking? I do, especially if I’m in a sour mood. What are they smiling at? Some people look so happy and...

Christmas Eve, Atsugi Navy Base, Japan. Quite a few years ago there was a condominium fire where several children in the complex were...

Worldwide, the three most common mental health disorder diagnoses are anxiety disorders, depression, and post-traumatic stress disorder...

Welcome to Life 101. Seems each day is a challenge to our personality and well-being. Every day we are bombarded with negative events...

No person lives free from inner or outer conflict. For example, personal conflict is within the individual