I get to be on the front line with people that want to see changes happen in their relationships and in themselves. So often at the very beginning of the change process the first barrier that slows down the desired changes is the “as soon as… speed bump. Whenever you say “as soon as …fill…
I once read a comment about leadership that changed the way I thought about the topic: Leadership includes both what you do and what you leave. This simple, yet profound statement has changed not only the way I view leadership, but has actually changed the way I lead. All too often I believe we put…
What Does Couple Time Tell Us About the Potential Value of Date Nights? W. Bradford Wilcox & Jeffrey Dew DATE NIGHT ON THE RISE In the last year, a range of civic, corporate, and religious organizations have launched date-night initiatives in towns and cities across the nation. From the Date Night Challenge in Palm Beach…
Most believe that happiness is one of the primary purposes of life, but there are varied theories on how to experience the most happiness. This topic is intriguing to me so I did a little research into various beliefs about happiness. I was fascinated by the findings of a psychologist named Thomas Gilovich, who found…
Summer: Creating a Magical Experience The year was 1972 in St. George Utah. I was out of school for the summer. Second grade was behind me. I had all summer to get myself ready for the rigors of third grade! I remember riding my bicycle, by myself, to Ben Franklin – the store on Bluff…
Ready, … Set, … WAIT ! David L. Nutter, MA, BCC, AMFT – Marriage & Family Therapist Face it. Parents have been literally barraged, at times, raising their children. Moms jump into a crossfire of activities like soldiers into a foxhole. They coordinate dance lessons, gymnastics, and sports camps. They remind/pester about instrument lessons. They…
A Legacy of Wisdom: What My Parents Have Taught Me By: Bradley J. Francis MSW, CSW The spring season is upon us. I just love this time of year. I love it because it is an opportunity to look forward to having my children home from school for summer break, and the opportunity to celebrate…