February 28, 2014
by Casey Truffo, LMFT
Jealousy is an emotion, a negative emotion, and negative emotions can suck the life right out of you if you dwell on them. Although not many people can say they've never felt jealous or envious of somebody else, being jealous, especially of your best friend, is dangerous territory. There are ways to work through the feelings you are experiencing. The first thing you have to do to start getting past the jealousy is to admit it.
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February 21, 2014
by Casey Truffo, LMFT
The first thing you need to realize is that you are human and it is completely natural for human beings to be emotionally or physically attracted to each other. Just because you’re exclusive or have said “I do” does not turn off your hormones, or blind your eyes to people that you find attractive, amusing or flirtatious. So, if you’re beating yourself up about this attraction, you can stop.
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February 16, 2014
by bp (bipolar) Magazine
Some people find the city overwhelming, but the intense pace keeps me going. I need the bright blinking lights of Broadway to keep me alert. I do my best writing at loud coffee shops. The medley of honking cabs and the earth-shattering subway sounds is my favorite soundtrack.
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January 30, 2014
by Christie Hunter
Cyber Bullies come in all shapes and sizes, and they also target both adults and children. Why they do it, and who.
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December 25, 2013
by Ashley Marie
Christmas is a holiday with many traditions, such as decorating a Christmas tree, giving presents to the ones we love, and dressing up as Santa Claus for the kids. But when and how did these traditions emerge?
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December 3, 2013
by Casey Truffo, LMFT
The holidays are here and with that come fun, family, good times…and of course the stress and the anxiety. Whether you are hosting an event, traveling, or just staying in with a few of your loved ones, it can be a very stressful time of the year for many people.
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November 2, 2013
by Christie Hunter
For children, the internet can be a dangerous place and parents today need to carefully plan this aspect of child rearing. To guard your child from internet hazards, here are a few great ways.
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October 26, 2013
by Christie Hunter
How much is too much when it comes to your child sharing information over social media? Here are some risks to consider.
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October 11, 2013
by Casey Truffo, LMFT
Of what can make or break a relationship, a lot is to be learned from great team sports like baseball or soccer. As with sports, the key to relationships is practice, practice, practice.
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October 5, 2013
by LuAnn Pierce, LCSW
Shopping! How many of us love that one word. And nowadays we can do it right from our IPhone and laptops. But when does "Add To Cart" turn into "Subtract My Happiness?"
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