Eating disorders are some of the most destructive illnesses today. Although a commonly used term, the meaning is often a source of confusion for many people. …

On how we can use constructive forms of anger against destructive forms of anger to develop better emotional health… Anger is a powerful emotion; it can create havoc in our personal and social relationships and can even sometimes lead to dangerous consequences. So why do we get angry? Is anger…

Personal Growth Means Change I recently mourned the death of one of my dear friends. As I listened to the wonderful comments made by so many as to the kind of person he was, I stopped for a moment to look inside myself to see who I am. There was…

Today’s fast-paced stressful life has many of us wallowing in a state of frustration. Technology increases and causes us to speed up to keep up with it. We must react and work faster than ever. Our jobs have oppressed us as the workday increases while nothing gets done. Money is…

When you think about self esteem, what do you think of first? Which aspects of self are important, which are essential, and which ones can you take or leave? You be the judge. Self esteem is a character ingredient that one has to have and if possible in extended amounts…

A few months back I had a disturbing dream. In my dream a woman with stringy blonde hair rang my bell. She asked if she could come in. I didn’t want to open the door. But I felt guilty about my reaction. So I let her in. She pulled out…

Are you with a narcissist? Does your life feel complicated beyond belief? Is all of your anxiety typically centered around one person? Do you find that person gives you standards that you can’t keep up with, because their standards change all of the time? You may be with a narcissist. …

How well do you know your characters? What drives them? If asked for the resume of one of your main characters, would you be in a position to deliver? No writer wants to be told that his are ‘cardboard characters’ spouting ‘wooden dialogue’ but trying to create believable characters —…

Sons of narcissistic fathers are driven by lack of confidence. Raised by a self-centered, competitive, arrogant father, they feel like they can never measure up or be enough to garner their father’s approval. Their father may be absent or critical and controlling. He may belittle and shame his son’s mistakes…