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Helene Rothschild - EzineArticles.com Expert Author
Helene Rothschild, MS, MA, MFT, Marriage, Family Therapist, is happy to announce that her newest book is now available. "ALL YOU NEED IS H A R T, Create Joy, Love and Abundance -- NOW!" A unique guide to Holistic And Rapid Transformation, is a "Manual For Life"!
Helene's mission is to help as many people as she can to“love themselves to peace” which she believes is the key to health, happiness and success, and ... [More]
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- Prevent Serious Health Problems!
[Health-and-Fitness:Diseases] Do you have a high pain threshold? The good news is that you probably do not feel much pain. However, the dangerous side is that you are less likely to be aware of the warning signs your body is giving you. Or, if you feel some pain and ignore it, the physical problem is likely to become more serious.
- How to Heal Depression
[Health-and-Fitness:Depression] Are you tired of feeling depressed? Would you like to find out the causes of this draining emotion so that you can heal yourself? Early in my practice as a Marriage and Family Therapist, I learned some very interesting aspects of this debilitating emotion that robs us of our health and happiness.
- Forgiving Dad, Your Best Gift For Father's Day
[Home-and-Family:Fatherhood] How do you really feel about your dad? Are you thinking loving thoughts and wanting to give him the perfect present? Do you like spending time with him, especially on Father's Day? If you feel positive towards him, consider yourself fortunate, because many people are still harboring angry feelings towards their fathers. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I often helped clients resolve their negative issues with their fathers. Then they were able to truly enjoy giving to them on Father's Day as well as the rest of the year.
- Successful Relationships Are Blocked by Our "Walls"
[Relationships] Are you struggling in your relationship? Have you been feeling frustrated, because you have trouble meeting a partner? The cause may be your defense mechanism that keeps you safe but not satisfied. Find out if you are actually pushing away the love you desire and deserve.
- Peace and Joy - The Next Twelve Commandments
[Self-Improvement:Personal-Growth] Many people honor the Ten Commandments and try to live by them. The belief is that a long, long time ago, God gifted us with these guidelines. In this more complex world, we can use twelve more to steer us in positive personal and global ways. The following are my ideas for the next Twelve Commandments.
- The "Puppet Syndrome" Hurts All Relationships
[Self-Improvement] Do you feel in control of your life? Or, do you feel like a puppet, because someone else is pulling your strings? Have you put yourself aside to play the male, husband or father, or female, wife or mother role you were taught by your parents and society? If you answered "yes," to any of the questions, are you truly happy?
- Why Our Lovers Are Attracted to Our Best Friends
[Relationships:Affairs] In the movie, "Hope Floats," with Sandra Bullock, her husband walks out to pursue a relationship with her best friend. Ouch! Unfortunately, this is a common happening. Infidelity is painful enough without your best friend being the other person. Do you know of anyone who has had this painful experience?
- Is it Love Or Control?
[Relationships] Has anyone ever said to you, "If you loved me, you would do what I ask?" If they did, I imagine it felt like a "guilt trip." "If you love me, you should do what I want," is control. It is coming from the person's fear and not their love. This is one common way people abuse the concept of love.
- Painful Relationships Can Cause Serious Heart Problems
[Health-and-Fitness:Heart-Disease] Lisa was terrified that she was going to die. She was trapped in her bed with severe heart problems. For seven years, she was struggling with an abusive husband. Even though her condition was treated with operations, medication, and regular doctor visits, Lisa was getting worse.
- Blame Causes Pain in All Relationships
[Relationships] Susan blamed her husband, Stan, for all their problems. Of course, he felt terrible and responded by being passive aggressive. When he was home, Stan spent a lot of his time at his computer. In this vicious cycle, Susan kept verbally attacking her husband and Stan kept shutting down. Because the couple was stuck in their dysfunctional behaviors, they remained in emotional pain. Can you relate to this drama? Unfortunately, it is not uncommon.
- Why We Attract Partners Like Our Parents
[Relationships] If your loved one has similar behavior patterns as your mother or father, you are not alone. As a Marriage, Family Therapist, I discovered that this is a very common phenomenon. The puzzle is why men and women, who were verbally or physically abused, often pick partners who are stuck in the same dysfunctional patterns? You would think that they would choose the opposite personalities. Unfortunately, that is not usually the case.
- Insights and Solutions to Help Abusers and Victims
[Relationships:Domestic-Violence] Why did Chris Brown lose control of his anger and severely abuse his girlfriend, Rhianna? The even more puzzling question is why did Rhianna choose to continue the relationship? Because they are famous, the world knows the shocking news. Unfortunately, their story is way too common across the globe. Hopefully, all the news coverage and revealing abuse of other famous people will bring new insights and solutions to this historical problem.
- Healing the Imposter Complex
[Self-Improvement:Personal-Growth] Do you ever feel as though you are hiding who you really are? Are you afraid that if people knew your secrets, you would not be liked or respected? If you do, you are not alone.
- Spirituality VS Religion
[Self-Improvement:Spirituality] Do you think that spirituality and religion are synonymous? I used to think that they were, but as I learned more, I discovered there are major differences. I found out that you can be spiritual and religious, spiritual and not religious, or religious and not spiritual. That may seem confusing. I will explain.
- Holistic Living - A Major Key to Health, Happiness and Success
[Health-and-Fitness:Mind-Body-Spirit] Do you want a healthier, happier and more successful life? Then, it is important to realize how crucial it is to deal with all of you, which includes the mind, body, emotions and spirit, our caring and unconditional loving part I believe that many of our personal, professional, and world problems are caused by this oversight.
- Paying a Price For Love?
[Relationships:Love] Are you happy in your relationship? Do you love your partner, but do not like how you are being treated? Would you say that you are paying a price for love? If you feel you are, you are not alone.
- Hope For Sexless Relationships
[Relationships:Sexuality] Do you assume that everyone in a committed heterosexual or homosexual relationship is enjoying physical intimacy? I did, until I became a Marriage, Family Therapist and learned from my clients that it was a myth. In fact, I was amazed how many couples had not made love for a very long time. Can you relate to this situation?
- 12 Positive Solutions For Financially Hard Times
[Finance:Budgeting] During these difficult economic times, are you focusing on the problems and concerned about the future? Do you feel hopeless, helpless, or powerless? Worrying or becoming stressed about the situation will not help you feel powerful or happy.
- Knowledge VS Wisdom
[Self-Improvement] Are you aware that there is a big difference between knowledge and wisdom? Believe it or not, this information can transform your life. It definitely has affected my life in many profound ways.
- Shy No More
[Self-Improvement] If you were describing your personality, would ''shy'' be included? If you answered, "Yes," you are not alone. Many people suffer from this anxious feeling. I often hear people say, "That is the way I am," as if they are stuck with shyness the rest of their lives. Fortunately, that is not true. As a Marriage, Family Therapist, I have helped many men, women, and children overcome this limiting, uncomfortable feeling.
- Help For Parents Suffering From Empty Nest Syndrome
[Home-and-Family:Parenting] Do you have children who left, or will soon leave home to venture out into the world on their own? Congratulations! You have done your job well of preparing them for life as independent adults. However, if you feel lonely, and/or suffering from illness, or pain that won't go away no matter what you do, you may need help dealing with the Empty Nest Syndrome.
- Angel-on-Call Peace Pilgrim - Keys to Abundance and Personal and World Peace
[Self-Improvement:Abundance-Prosperity] Do you think about how you can make a difference? Have you followed your intuition and, for no logical reason, went somewhere and met a person in need of what you can offer? Do you have trust and faith that you are on God's payroll? Does your trust and faith help you stay in your peace? If you answered "yes" to the questions, you are probably also an Angel- on-Call Peace Pilgrim.
- Positive Aspects of the Financial Crisis
[News-and-Society:Economics] Of course, I have tremendous compassion for all the people who are struggling financially. It is a terrible feeling and situation to lose your job, home, savings, retirement fund, etc. It may be hard to believe that there is also a bright side to all these serious problems.
- 12 Keys to Healthy Conscious Living
[Health-and-Fitness:Mind-Body-Spirit] Would you like to know what you can do to prevent disease and heal yourself? You may be surprised at the idea that you can be healthy. The truth is that you do have the power to maintain good health. Even if you have inherited tendencies, or your parents have or had serious diseases, you do not have to suffer from the same afflictions.
- 5 Ways to Keep Relationships Strong During Tough Economic Times
[Relationships:Enhancement] How are you doing in your relationship during these difficult economic times? It is normal to be concerned, scared, and even terrified to lose your job, home, retirement fund, etc. However, I imagine that you do not want to also lose your partner.
- The "F" Word That Causes Addictions, Abuse and Wars
[Self-Improvement] Are you wondering why our 21st century modern age of information is still struggling with addictions, abuse and wars? Would you like to know the "F" word that causes all of our personal and global problems throughout history and even today?
- Inspired By the Angels
[Self-Improvement:Spirituality] Enjoy a heart warming, inspirational story of how the angels came to Ann Warner and channeled healing music through her. Testimonials from many people confirmed the healing power of the angelic sounds.
- 7 Ways to Prevent Infidelity
[Relationships:Affairs] Are you suspicious of your loved one's loyalty? Do you sometimes think about having an affair? Are you feeling guilty for having extra-marital relationships? According to the statistics, if you answered "yes" to any of the above, you are not alone. Reports indicate that 60 percent of men and 40 percent of women will be unfaithful to their partner.
- 7 Secrets to Help Realtors Sell Homes
[Real-Estate:Selling] Are you struggling with your business and feeling frustrated that after all your hard work, some contracts do not go through? If you are, I imagine that you would like to find out how to sell more homes.
- How to Successfully Sell Your Home
[Real-Estate:Selling] Do you feel frustrated because your home is not selling? Whether or not you have a realtor, would you like to discover some emotional obstacles that you may need to release in order to reach your goal?
- 12 Vital Relationship and Marriage Vows
[Relationships:Marriage] Are your partner and you thinking of living together, or planning your wedding? Or would you like to improve your present relationship whether or not you are married? Read on and discover 12 vital agreements that healthy couples abide by, so that you can also enjoy a happy, loving relationship.
- Success With Short Term Counseling
[Self-Improvement] Are you seeing a counselor or therapist for a long time? Are you feeling frustrated because it is expensive and time consuming, and you were hoping for more progress? Find out how to have success with short term counseling.
- When Others or You Drink Too Much
[Self-Improvement:Addictions] Do you even wonder what to do or say when others are drinking too much? It is a gift to them to share in a loving way the suggestions listed below. If you are drinking in excess, the guidelines can save your job, relationships, and life.
- Animal Communication for Healing
[Pets] Sandy's dog told me she was upset because she was. Her digestive problem improved when Sandy solved her problem. Mary's cat was running away because the new kitten received all the attention. Are you very close to your pet? Do you sometimes wish that you could communicate with them, especially when they seem upset or have physical problems?
- Why We Have Dysfunctional Relationships and Families
[Home-and-Family] A Marriage, Family Therapist reveals some important insights as to why we have problems in our relationships and families. She also offers ways we can prevent and heal common dysfunctional patterns.
- Why Romance Stops and How to Keep it Alive
[Relationships] Are you frustrated with the lack of romance in you relationship? Have you been puzzled why it disappeared, and you feel more like roommates?
- The Spirit of Valentine's Day
[Home-and-Family:Holidays] Valentine's Day is a wonderful reminder to express our love. To me, everyday is Valentine's Day. "Focus each day not on what you can accomplish, but how much caring and love you express to others and yourself."
- Set Healthy Boundaries
[Self-Improvement] Do you allow others to do and say things to you that do not feel good? Would you like to establish new patterns to deal with the problem? Everyone needs to set healthy boundaries. This is a gift to others and you. By allowing people to act in ways that are not appropriate, you actually hurt them too because they are stuck in their unhealthy behavior. Therefore, it is important to learn how to establish boundaries for all involved.
- Celebrate the Spirit of New Years
[Home-and-Family:Holidays] Celebration is often the word associated with New Years. Many fun, traditional parties are enjoyed. That is definitely part of the spirit of the holiday. However, there is much more.
- The True Spirit of Christmas
[Home-and-Family:Holidays] Ho! Ho! Ho! Is that what the holiday feels like to you? Or are you burdened and stressed with so much to do? Enjoying the holiday, and feeling and sharing love and peace is what it is all about. I suggest that you sit down, close your eyes, and ask yourself what is the true spirit of Christmas. You may be surprised of the answer you receive.
- Expectations the Culprit - Acceptance the Key
[Self-Improvement:Positive-Attitude] See if you can relate to these examples of expectations. Mary was sad that she did not get the job she wanted. She thought that was the perfect and possibly only job for her. Sally felt frustrated because she did not win the art contest. The loss shook her self-confidence in her abilities.
- Stress Free Holidays
[Self-Improvement:Stress-Management] Do you typically find yourself stressed around Christmas? Would you like to feel relaxed and enjoy the preparation and celebrations? If you do not think that is possible, then read on.
- Worry No More!
[Self-Improvement] Do you find yourself worrying about the past, present, or future? Do your concerns keep you up at night and even affect your health? Would you like to learn ways to prevent and "cure" this common stressful feeling?
- How to Feel Good With Family
[Self-Improvement] Are you feeling frustrated, resentful, or angry around some members of your family? Do you have mixed feelings about spending time with or calling parents, siblings, children, or relatives? Well, you are not alone. Especially during the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays, family issues often show up in major ways.
- How to Enjoy Your Work
[Self-Improvement:Positive-Attitude] Do you find yourself resisting going to your job? Are you counting the days until the end of your work week? You are not alone. Monday morning blues is a common condition. However, you can change all that now. Find out now how you too can transform your job into a wonderful service.
- How to Enjoy The True Spirit of Thanksgiving
[Home-and-Family:Holidays] Do you find yourself stressed planning your thanksgiving feast? Would you like to find out how you can enjoy a more relaxed, fun time and feel the true spirit of this yearly event? Then read on for some suggestions of how you can create a day of thanksgiving instead of stress and exhaustion.
- Overcoming Performance Anxiety
[Self-Improvement] Do you find yourself stressed because you feel you have to keep proving to others (and yourself) that you are a good husband, wife, employee, boss, friend, parent, etc.? If you are, help is on the way! You no longer need to struggle with performance anxiety. By the way, you are not alone. This is a very common problem.
- Detaching from Unhealthy Connections
[Relationships] Are you feeling obligated to anyone? Do you feel responsible for other peoples pain or survival? Would you like to be free of emotional ties that are draining you? Cutting emotional cords has been a major practice in my counseling office. I discovered that many of my clients were attached to others in an unhealthy way.
- Free to Be Happy
[Self-Improvement] Sherry's face lit up. She had just heard a truth that set her free-free to be happy and successful. A few minutes before, she was in tears of hurt when she said to her father, "When I was in the hospital with severe burns and you yelled at me, I felt devastated. I decided that I must be bad and not good enough."
- Divine Mission
[Self-Improvement:Inspirational] What is our primary mission on this planet? Have we come to play the role of husband, wife, parent, teacher, sales person, artist, etc.? Are we here to love, play, and experience life to the fullest?
- Be a Successful Blended Family
[Home-and-Family] The divorce rate for the second marriage is higher than the first, and the number one cause is the children. Would you like some important insights and solutions that will help you be a successful blended family? The following case studies and guidelines can help you to prevent and heal problems with your family.
- 10 Great Benefits of Halloween
[Home-and-Family:Holidays] How do you feel about the Halloween? Are you getting into the action of dressing up or helping your children find a costume? Or are you just looking forward to November 1st?
- How Determination Creates Success
[Self-Improvement:Success] Would you like to succeed with an idea or project? My true story of how my faith and determination led to my great success can inspire you to do the same.
- 24 Guidelines for Successful Business Relationships
[Self-Improvement] Are you feeling frustrated with your business clients? Are you a client who is dissatisfied with the services you are receiving? Do you find yourself stressed, and complaining about your business transactions? When all people concerned follow some basic guidelines, everyone can win.
- Recovering People Pleasers
[Self-Improvement] Do you find yourself wanting to make everyone happy, even if it means you are not? Have you hidden yourself in order to survive in your family? If you answered "yes" to the above, you are not alone. In my counseling practice, I have discovered numerous people pleasers, also known as adapters. After they overcame their issues and felt free to be their unique selves, I called them "Recovering People Pleasers."
- Courage Is
[Self-Improvement] Do you envy others who seem to have more courage? Are you ready to be more courageous? What does that word mean to you? I believe that courage is doing something even though you are afraid. This positive personality trait can make your life much more fulfilling and adventurous. Find out how.
- Vertical Vs Horizontal Living
[Self-Improvement:Happiness] Living vertically can save your life and serve you in many ways. Since fear causes stress, and stress causes disease, I know this phenomenon has assisted me to be healthy and safe.
- Healing Laughter
[Self-Improvement] Laughter has proven to be a very healing experience. Some people with serious illnesses have successfully laughed themselves back to health. When you laugh, there is an actual chemical release in your body that helps you relax, release stress, and feel good. On the contrary, when you take things too seriously, your body constricts; therefore, you are likely to feel stressed and create dis-ease.
- Be A "Should Buster!"
[Self-Improvement] Are you 'shoulding' others and yourself? Do you realize how inappropriate and hurtful that usually is? That is because the word 'should' implies that if you do, or do not act, think, feel, or say something, you are not okay. That message hurts everyone's self-esteem. It also hooks the rebellious part of us, and we are likely to react in a passive or active aggressive way.
- The Biggest Mistakes Teachers and Students Make
[Self-Improvement] Are you having problems with students or teachers? Would you like some guidelines as to how to improve the situation?
- Guilt is Hurtful to All
[Self-Improvement] Are you feeling guilty about something you feel you should have or should not have done, thought, or felt? Do you sometimes feel guilty for not feeling guilty? Are you aware how this negative emotion is hurting others and you? Would you like to learn how to release your guilt feelings?
- What Your Four Parts Want From You
[Self-Improvement] Would you like to feel better and enhance your life? The following are reminders of what your four parts (body, mind, emotions, and spirit) want from you so that you can be balanced and feel good. Put a check next to the statements that you are already doing.
- Are You Left or Right Brain Dominant?
[Self-Improvement] Are you sometimes aware of judging others or yourself because of different behavior patterns? Could it be that people naturally react in a different way to similar situations and everyone is okay? Do you want to understand a basic difference so that you can have more love, harmony, and peace in your life?
- Healing Sexual Issues Improves Self-Esteem & Relationships
[Relationships:Sexuality] Our sexuality is a healthy, normal, human part of us. Sexual problems can hurt your self-esteem and relationships. As a practicing Marriage, Family Therapist for 27 years, I have learned fascinating insights as to the causes of our sexual issues. The following are some case studies of clients who overcame their sexual blocks.
- Truths Set You Free
[Self-Improvement] Benefit from 30 empowering truths, or definitions that you will not find in the dictionary. They can help you clarify your beliefs. The more conscious you are of what you are thinking, the more you will be able to create the life you desire.
- Loving Ways To Deal With Death and Dying
[Self-Improvement:Grief-Loss] Death is a natural occurrence, a passageway. When we can accept human death as another cycle of life, we can enjoy our daily lives more because we won't be in fear. Then we can also gracefully release others who are dying. Read the 23 suggestions that can help you deal with death and dying in a loving, healthy way.
- Empowering Questions
[Self-Improvement:Empowerment] Are you feeling stuck or powerless? Do you keep hearing the same problems or issues over and over in your head? Would you like to feel empowered? You can feel empowered when you ask yourself the right questions. The following 15 questions and examples can help you feel good and resolve problems and issues.
- What Can I Do Now To Feel Good?
[Self-Improvement:Happiness] We have all of our answers inside of us. When we become quiet and ask ourselves a "What" or "How" question we can receive the information and clarity that we need at the time to feel good, and to resolve our problems. The past is for us to learn from, and our future is dependent on what we choose to think and how we decide to act in the present. Change your present and reshape your future!
- What I Want To Say To My In-Laws
[Home-and-Family] How are you getting along with your in-laws? Would you like to improve the relationship? Whether it is an issue with your daughter/son in-law or mother/father in-law, it is helpful for everyone concerned, including the children, to be able to feel good about each other and communicate constructively.
- The Power of Surrender
[Self-Improvement] John called me in desperation. The forty-three-year-old telemarketer was going to be evicted from his apartment because he had not paid his rent. John was interviewed for a job but had not heard from the company. Needless to say, he felt powerless and terrified.
- The Magic Of Love
[Self-Improvement] Would you like to receive the magic of love? Are you willing to give it? Try this - For one day, consciously make an effort to be loving or kind to everyone you see, with no expectations of receiving anything in return.
- 30 Guidelines for Solving Problems
[Self-Improvement] It is normal and human to have problems. If our hands get dirty we know how to wash them. Similarly, when we have problems we need to know how to clean them up. Relationships with loved ones, friends, children, bosses, etc. suffer when problems are not resolved in constructive ways. The following 30 guidelines can assist you to resolve problems and enjoy healthy, happy relationships.
- 21 Biggest Mistakes Friends Make
[Relationships:Friendship] Are you being a good friend? Do you have friends that you appreciate? Would you like to improve your friendships? Is your loving partner your best friend? As a Marriage, Family Therapist for 27 years, I helped many people resolve issues with their friends and create healthier friendships. The same principles apply to romantic relationships. Ideally, your loving partner is your best friend.
- Dear Earth
[Self-Improvement] Are you aware of what is happening to our beautiful Mother Earth? Do you feel concerned about the many people and businesses that have consciously or unconsciously hurt our air, water, land, animals, vegetation, and atmosphere? The truth is that the situation is not hopeless, you are not powerless, and you can make a difference.
- Creativity and the Excitement of Life
[Self-Improvement] Are you allowing yourself to express your creativity? When you were growing up, were your creative expressions discouraged? Would you like to express that part of you and experience more of the excitement of life?
- The Biggest Mistakes Society Makes
[News-and-Society] Are you frustrated with the events happening in your neighborhood, city, state, country, and-or the world? Have you wondered why history keeps repeating itself? Would you like some insights as to the causes of the problems and the solutions?
- Surprise! I Am Conscious in the Womb
[Self-Improvement:Self-Esteem] You may be as surprised as I was when I first discovered that we are conscious in the womb. Knowing this, you can do a lot to assist the unborn to be healthier and happier. Read fascinating case studies.
- 30 Ways to Resolve Upsets
[Self-Improvement] Do you ever get upset? Welcome to the human race! It is very helpful to have some course of action so that you can overcome that negative feeling and feel good again. Unresolved upsets hurt you and the others involved. As a Marriage, Family Therapist, I discovered some very effective ways to assist my clients. The following 30 guidelines for your personal and professional relationships can help you too.
- My Golden Years
[Self-Improvement] Have you noticed that some mature men and women look so old and others of the same age appear much younger? It is true that there are many factors contributing to these differences. However, I believe that we can take charge of our lives and enjoy the golden years as a vital, active, healthy contributing person. Find out how!
- 50 Affirmations to Raise Your Self-Esteem
[Self-Improvement:Affirmations] Are you ready to feel good about yourself? That is the key to health, happiness, fulfilling relationships, and success. Negative thoughts hurt your self-esteem and positive thoughts help you feel good. To raise your self-esteem, say, sing, or write the following 50 affirmations (positive thoughts) until they become part of your automatic thinking.
- Success Does Not Fit My Self-Image
[Self-Improvement] Do you have a successful self-image? Could it be that your old self-image is sabotaging your weight loss, health, career, relationships, or prosperity?
- Nurture Yourself by Giving and Receiving
[Self-Improvement] Balancing giving and receiving are ways to nurture yourself and reduce your level of stress. Allow yourself to receive and “fill up your basket” so that you can keep giving. Then you can be happier and healthier, and improve your relationships with everyone, including friends, relatives, and your children and loving partner. Read the 34 suggestions of how you can nurture yourself by giving and receiving.
- Fear That I Do Not Deserve Success
[Self-Improvement] Are you striving for personal and professional success and not reaching your goals? Do you feel you deserve success? Could it be that you feel guilty about something you did or did not do that is causing you to feel bad about yourself and sabotage all your efforts?
- Seven Keys to a Great Relationship
[Self-Improvement] Are you ready to create the relationship you desire? When you have the ingredients to a successful partnership, your chances of maintaining a strong, love connection can be increased. Love is not enough.
- Forever Young
[Self-Improvement] Find out how you can be forever young and enjoy a long, fulfilling, healthy life.
- 50 Ways to Nurture Yourself
[Self-Improvement] It is important to be able to do what you can to feel good on a daily basis. Then you are not dependent on others because you can nurture yourself. When you are self-caring you are not being selfish. In fact when you feel fulfilled, you then have more to give to others. Find out 50 ways you can give to yourself.
- Fear of the Unknown
[Self-Improvement] For some reason, we are often afraid of the unknown. We will stay in an unfulfilling home, job, or relationship, because we know how it is. It is familiar. We do not know what will happen if we make a change. One client once said, "I would rather be safe than satisfied." Can you relate to that?
- How to Identify and Overcome Addictions
[Self-Improvement] When we are addicted to someone or something, it means we behave like a slave because we allow the person or strong habit to control us. It is what we do in excess in order to avoid our painful feelings (hurt, anger, fear, loneliness, emptiness, etc.). Therefore, addictions are often the symptoms and not the causes of our troubles. Identify your addictions and overcome them so that you can live a happier, healthier life.
- The Biggest Mistakes Children Make
[Home-and-Family] Would you like to help children avoid the biggest mistakes they make which can hurt their self-esteem, physical and mental health, success in school, sports, etc.? The truth is that you can make a difference in their lives. Children are depending on adults to teach and guide them.
- Success Means A Scary Consequence
[Self-Improvement] Could it be that you are sabotaging your efforts to reach your personal or professional goals because you unconsciously have a fear attached to it? Find out more about this unconscious fear of success and how to overcome it, so that you can experience the success you desire and deserve.
- Insights for Successful Relationships
[Self-Improvement] Important suggestions from a mini course called "Romantic Relationships 101." The goal is to provide you with important insights and solutions to help you experience the successful loving relationships you desire and deserve.
- If I Am Successful, People Won't Like Me
[Self-Improvement] Many of us have experienced rejection as we were growing up. Other kids, siblings, friends, relatives, and even parents were sometimes jealous of our good looks, intelligence, talents, and achievements. Therefore, we are afraid that people will not like us if we succeed. We may sabotage ourselves in order to be loved and accepted.
- The Biggest Mistakes Bosses and Employees Make
[Business:Management] Are you frustrated with your employees and wonder what you can do to improve their efficiency and reduce your stress? Would you like to be more successful as a boss, manager, etc.? Are you an employee and you want to enjoy working with your superiors, reduce your stress, and be more effective? If you answered yes to any of the above, then read on and learn some important insights and solutions to assist you to reach your goal.
- 24 Secrets To Happiness
[Self-Improvement] Are you happy? Would you like to be even happier? You can if you understand what brings true, long-lasting happiness. We all have the ability to create a happy life and we all deserve it. When you focus on the 24 keys to happiness, your life can improve dramatically. It takes two happy people to have a happy relationship.
- The Biggest Mistakes Couples Make
[Relationships] Would you like to know how to improve your loving relationship? Do you want to prevent the pitfalls of intimate partnerships so that you can maintain a long-lasting, healthy relationship? Read about the five biggest mistakes and the solutions that can assist you to reach your goal.
- 20 Keys to Parenting Teen-agers
[Home-and-Family] Would you like some help with parenting your teen-ager? As a Marriage, Family Therapist for 27 years, I noticed that parents were having similar problems with their children during their teen-years. I realized that the children and parents often talked about their frustrations and did not know how to express what they wanted. Read 20 insights and solutions that can assist you to be the successful parent you want to be.
- The Biggest Mistakes Parents Make
[Home-and-Family:Parenting] Are you worried about your child? Do you feel your daughter or son is out of control and you do not know what to do? Would you like to find out the common causes of the problems and the solutions?
- Oh Jesus, Why?
[News-and-Society:Religion] Are you afraid to be spiritual, to express you wisdom, or to teach what you have learned? Do you feel you are stifling yourself, and being what society and your family want you to be to stay safe? Are you concerned that you will be hurt or killed if you are truly yourself? Read about a fascinating case study and find out one of the possible causes.
- Win-Win Problem Solving
[Home-and-Family] Do you feel frustrated because you seem to be struggling with the same nagging issues with yourself and others? Are you ready to solve your problems with win-win solutions?
- Why Women Sabotage Relationships
[Self-Improvement] Are you feeling frustrated with your relationships? Do you want a loving partner and seem to be unsuccessful in reaching your goal? Read about the 20 unconscious reasons why you may be pushing away the relationship you desire and deserve, an example, and a positive thought to turn the negative belief into a positive one.
- Why Men Sabotage Their Relationships
[Self-Improvement] Do you want a loving partner and you seem to be unsuccessful in reaching your goal? Whether you are in a committed partnership or not, you may be unconsciously sabotaging your efforts. Read the 20 reasons men discovered were the culprits for their lack of success in their relationships, an example, and a positive thought to turn the negative belief into a positive one.
- Wedding Ceremony
[Relationships:Wedding] Are you thinking about writing a part or all of your marriage ceremony? If you are, you can use the following for your wedding, or for an informal spiritual re-confirmation of your marriage commitment. Just fill your names in and enjoy!
- The Art of Communication
[Self-Improvement] Are you tired of having upsets with the people in your life? Do you want to learn the art of communication so that you can experience successful relationships with your family, friends, and the people you work with? Then read the 16 important keys to successful communication.
- Resentment - The Bite That Holds On
[Home-and-Family] I told the troubled couple that they were unique but their problems were not. In the course of counseling many couples, I found that the lack of love was rarely the problem. However, hidden resentments caused many bad feelings, and covert or overt conflicts. Find out how to clear your resentments so that you can have the healthy, loving relationship that you deserve.
- Are You Listening?
[Relationships] Read case studies of men and women whose marriages ended because they did not know how to listen. Then learn 18 helpful hints. If you take the time to listen to the people in your life, you can avoid many hardships, and you will be greatly rewarded. Enjoy healthy relationships by hearing others, and of course, by asking others to listen to you. Be able to say yes to the question, "Are you listening?"
- The Female Dilemma
[Relationships] What a dilemma. How could I let myself be the strong, capable woman I was, and still be accepted as a female? I looked around my environment and saw many women playing the role of a female that they were taught from the time they could understand. Be weak.
- The Male Dilemma
[Relationships] Do you feel frustrated because you seem to be struggling with the same nagging issues with yourself and others? Are you ready to solve your problems with win-win solutions?
- 20 Keys to Fantastic Relationships
[Relationships] Are you feeling frustrated in your relationship? Do you find that no matter how hard you try, there is often disharmony between you and your loved one? Are you ready to have the fantastic relationship that you deserve?
- Best Insurance Policy for Relationships
[Relationships] Find out why lovers have affairs and how to prevent them.
Ironically, I found that both husband and wife were in tune with their wants and needs. In fact, we can make one list that applies to both partners. The following is a short summary of what most people want from their marriage partner:
- MD: Metaphysical Denial is Curable
[Self-Improvement:Spirituality] “But I don’t get the information you do, Helene,” exclaimed frustrated Michael. I looked at him and replied, “Michael I think that you are suffering from MD, Metaphysical Denial.” His smile let me know that he knew what I was talking about. Michael was intuitive but he was discounting or not trusting the information he received.
Do you know anyone suffering from MD? Are you possibly struggling with this condition? The symptoms can be fear, confusion, depression, powerlessness and lack of control of your life.
- Know The Truth About You!
[Self-Improvement:Positive-Attitude] Find out the causes of most of our problems and how to love ourselves--the key to health, happiness, success and world peace.
- Three Ways We Make Decisions
[Self-Improvement:Success] How do you make decisions? Learn about the three ways that can assist you to make the right decisions and avoid a lot of disappointment and pain.
- World Peace Prayer
[Relationships:Love] Are you feeling frustrated and powerless to make a difference in the world? Find out how.
- Warrior VS. Spiritual Warrior
[Self-Improvement:Spirituality] What a dilemma! We see so much that angers and frighten us. We know that it is not right to abuse anybody or anything. We feel our hearts crying, “It’s supposed to be different!”
Deep inside we know how to lovingly treat our brothers and sisters, ourselves, and beautiful mother earth. We know the universal values of honoring and respecting all. We want so much to make it all better. We want to make a difference, but the question is, “How”?
- Holiday Blues Or Joy
[Self-Improvement:Positive-Attitude] Good news! No matter what your life situation is, or how the past holiday seasons were, you can have a wonderful Christmas.
- The Spoiled Child Syndrome
[Home-and-Family:Parenting] Were you an only child, or the first or last offspring who received a lot of attention from many family members? Or did you have a professional nanny to take care of you? Did you get everything you wanted whenever you wanted it? Do you believe that everything is coming to you and everyone should put their needs aside for you to be pleased?
- How to Give Help, How to Ask for It
[Self-Improvement] Giving help is a craft; receiving help, an art.
Helping someone to see more clearly is often the best way to give support. Jill felt that life was a jagged, steep mountain she was trying to climb. What a struggle. When she was asked to close her eyes and imagine a ladder beside her, she did so and then laughed, “Of course. I can choose to keep struggling or grab the ladder and climb easily.” Jill was not able to see the ladder on her own. She needed someone to point out her strengths and options.
Helping is craft you can learn. Here are some specific approaches in helping others:
- ALL YOU NEED IS H A R T! A Unique Guide to Holistic and Rapid Transformation
[Self-Improvement:Success] "We are our worst enemies," says Rothschild. Her very first clients taught her about the Fear of Success. A part of us wants a loving relationship, a healthy, slim body, prosperity, and a successful career. As crazy as it seems, an unconscious part of us is afraid to have the very things we desire.
- Affirmations: The Power of Positive Thinking
[Self-Improvement:Affirmations] Our thoughts are magnetic--they draw to us whatever we are thinking. Positive thinking creates positive results. Negative thoughts attract negative experiences and keep us stuck. Many of our fear-based beliefs came from decisions we made from our experiences. For example, if you feel guilty about something you did, you may decide that you are bad and that you don't deserve to be prosperous.
- The Biggest Mistake Women Make in Relationships
[Relationships] Jan loved her husband and three children, and had a successful job as a computer programmer. However, her family, her beautiful home, and expensive car were not making her happy. Jan felt guilty for being miserable and complaining to her loyal husband. "After all," she told me at her first counseling session, "I have more than others, and much more than my parents did. Why am I so depressed?"
- The Biggest Mistake Men Make in Relationships
[Relationships] "I don’t understand," said Don." My business is going well. I’m a good provider. I give my wife and the children everything they want. We live in a beautiful house and we drive expensive cars. Last winter I took the whole family on a trip to Mexico. I don't fool around with other women. I do play golf every Sunday with the guys. But a man needs some recreation. I don’t understand why I seem to do so well at work, but when I come home I feel like a failure!
- Cosmic Partnership
[Self-Improvement:Spirituality] It became very clear to me that God needed us as much as we needed God. Working together as a team, we can accomplish great things on this earth plane.
- Ghost Busting With Love
[Self-Improvement:Spirituality] Are there unexplained sounds or peculiar things happening in your home? Are you aware of heavy or negative energy in specific areas of your environment? Do you notice that there are certain places that you avoid going to for no logical reason?
If you relate to any of these situations, it is possible that you have encountered spirits, otherwise known as ghosts.
- What is Love?
[Relationships:Love] Discover what the word "love" really means. Find out the important difference between love and like and how it can improve all your relationships.
- Teen-age Suicide: A True Story
[Health-and-Fitness:Depression] Are you a teen-ager contemplating suicide or the parent of one? The following case study may help you solve your problem.
- Judges Anonymous: Insights and Solutions to Successful Living
[Self-Improvement:Success] Find out if you are hurting your career and all your relationships by being judgemental. Learn ways to be more accepting - a key to love, health, happiness and success.
- Intergalactic Peace Corp
[Self-Improvement:Spirituality] Do you ever feel as though your drum beats to a different tune than the people around you? Have you possibly had the painful thought that you do not belong here, and that you want to go home? Are you sometimes plagued by a nagging thought that you are here for a purpose but you do not know what it is?
- Helping The Aggressive Child
[Home-and-Family:Parenting] Pat sat upright on the couch as she told me about Chuck's angry outbursts, his desire to kill animals, his willingness to follow his destructive friend blindly—even when he knew the behavior was wrong, his hurtful aggression to his younger brother, and the complaint he received from his teacher about his bad attitude in class.
- I Love You And I Need Space
[Relationships] Do you sometimes feel overwhelmed and want to hide from your loved ones? Are you finding yourself even starting arguments, having an accident, or becoming ill so that you can have some time alone? Wouldn't it be wonderful to have a constructive way to have that need met?
- "Come Close, But Stay Away" - We Drive Each Other Crazy!
[Relationships] Do you desire a relationship but never seem to meet the right person? Are you finding that even when you do connect with someone, the relationship does not last long? It turns out to be another disappointment, another feeling of rejection, or end of a fantasy. Find out why and how to have the relationship you desire and deserve.
- How Do You Hug? Insights into the Art of Hugging
[Relationships:Love] Hugging is a wonderful way to give and receive caring. Find out the 7 ways people often hug and a great way to engage in this positive experience. Also discover why you may like or dislike hugging.
- Forgiving Mom, Your Best Gift for Mother's Day
[Self-Improvement] How do you really feel about your Mom? Are you experiencing a deep love and compassion for her? Or do you just feel loyalty and obligation? Are you one of those people who always want to please your Mom? Or are you filled with so much anger and resentment that you avoid them, or rebel by doing the opposite of what they taught you?
- Changing Our Focus, Changing Our Society
[Self-Improvement] Do you ever wonder why although so much of our tax dollars go to government programs to resolve society’s problems, things seem to be getting worse? Are you appalled while reading the papers or listening to the news because you do not understand why so many adults and children are hurting others and themselves? Find out why addictions are on the increase and what we can do as individuals and a society to resolve the causes of this serious problem.
- A Degree In Intimacy
[Relationships] I have come to the conclusion that we need to earn a "degree in intimacy" before we are going to allow ourselves to have the fulfilling relationships we deeply desire. Only when we can like, love, and accept ourselves unconditionally, will we be able to let down our walls and allow ourselves to relate intimately with others.
- Beyond Sobriety: A Courageous Journey
[Self-Improvement:Addictions] Congratulations! Now that you are sober, you have released yourself from the bonds of your addiction. Now learn how you can take contgrol of your life and live healthy and happy.
- 12 Keys to Successful Parenting
[Home-and-Family:Parenting] Learn what your child wants and needs so that you can be the successful parent that you desire to be.
- A Wedding Ceremony
[Relationships:Wedding] Need help to plan your wedding ceremony? Read suggestions for vows and blessings by a Marriage, Family Therapist.
- Love is Not Enough
[Relationships] Do you feel disappointed and like a failure because you love your partner but you still have many painful conflicts? Find out what it takes to have the healthy, fulfilling relationship you desire and deserve...
- Dare To Be Prosperous
[Self-Improvement:Attraction] Are you tired of struggling for money? Learn about the many fears of prosperity that you may need to overcome in order to allow abundance into your life.
- Intuitive Problem Solving
[Self-Improvement:Spirituality] Do you have trouble making decisions? Discover the numerous ways you can tap into your inner wisdom and solve your problems easily and wisely. Your innate intuition is unlimited, all good and all knowing for your highest good. Learn now to trust it and benefit from the amazing results.
- Releasing Anger
[Self-Improvement:Anger-Management] Learn what anger is, why others or you have difficulties with anger, and how to deal with this strong emotion in a constructive way so that you and others are safe.
- Dare to be Slim
[Health-and-Fitness:Weight-Loss] Are you ready to be your desired weight?
Discover the 14 fears of success you may need to overcome so that you can allow youself to win the " battle of the bulge".
- Free To Fly - Dare to be a Success
[Self-Improvement:Success] Are you ready to experience success in your career, relationship, prosperity, desired weight, health, etc?
Find out the 7 Major Fears of Success that may be keeping you stuck and frustrated and how to overcome them.
You are powerful to create what you want in your life. Go
for it!
- Healing Your Body
[Health-and-Fitness:Alternative] Ready to heal your body? Learn about the mind-body connection and what your body is trying to tell you so that you can be healthy.
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