In the South, football season is a big deal! Weekend wear during the season often includes a team jersey or at least the team colors. There is a sense of belonging in the atmosphere. We feel a strong sense of community. Overall, it just feels good. Couples can actually learn a few valuable tricks from their home team. According to marriage researcher…

Healthy relationships (friendships or marriages) encounter conflict at one time or another. Learning to deal with conflict in a healthy way is paramount to keeping relationships strong. Sometimes one person makes the prize of victory the ultimate goal when difficulties arise. Winning at the expense of the relationship is a loss to both partners. Some families model an avoidance tactic when conflict arises. Like the flight or fight axiom, these folks flee when the very…

The hustle and bustle of our everyday world does not allow for much silence. Whether we are engaged in a conversation, listening to the radio or watching television, or hearing the hum of background noise in a crowded place, it is rare for us to find time in our day…

The markings were evident: the imprint of a bird’s body, wings spread, in flight, trying to find a way through. It happens every year at that same window. Once, I witnessed a bird hit the window very hard, only to go back and try again. And again. And again. It…

I have a personal question for you. Do you believe that you are that kind of a person who allows past wounds and sensitivities to interrupt the best version of yourself? Ouch! I know this question might seem sharp or even more wounding, but for dynamic personal development, it is a question of great value. It is a valuable question because it challenges us to really tell ourselves the truth. We human beings are…

For several consecutive years I have planted an evergreen tree in my yard. What I have learned is that trees labeled slow growing actually live up to that expectation. One tree grew to the astounding height of my waist, a mere six years after planting. Every year, those few inches…

Did you have a normal childhood with good parents, yet still feel unhappy or unsatisfied with your life? Maybe you suffer from depression, anxiety, or anger management problems and don’t have any idea why, because you experienced absolutely no abuse or trauma in your childhood. Are you married with beautiful children, a loving spouse, and respectable job, yet still feel like something is missing in your life? …

Life is definitely not fair. This is a well-known fact. You probably heard an adult tell you this when you were a kid. Things very often do not turn out the way we planned or hoped. Often times, we must develop an alternate plan or goals for ourselves. This is definitely easier for some people than others. Those of…

What is emotional intelligence? Emotional Intelligence as a psychological theory was originally developed by Peter Salovey and John Mayer. …