One of the most popular concepts in relationship counseling, the idea of speaking the same “love language” as your romantic partner, is widely and unquestioningly accepted. Simply put, a love language is... Read more »
For many people, Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) is synonymous with sobriety from substances. The 12-step model has helped millions around the world, and I have deep respect for the freedom it has given... Read more »
A few summers ago, my daughter went camping on an island with friends. Normally, she lets me know when she’s traveling and when she arrives—a quick text, a photo from the road,... Read more »
You’ve met them—the person who goes from zero to sixty instantly, whether it’s about silly drivers and road rage or getting the wrong change at 7-11. And at the other end of... Read more »
Imagine constantly navigating life with a motor running too fast, struggling to hit the brakes while everyone else seems to cruise along effortlessly. This chronic, exhausting imbalance, common for people with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity... Read more »
In part one of this series, I described an experience in which my daughter had accomplished something really big, and how I’d done a thousand and one things to support and celebrate... Read more »
Have you ever walked into a room and immediately forgotten why you went there? Moments like that are often brushed off as “senior moments.” But for some older adults, these slips, alongside... Read more »
When leaders assume “responsibility,” they take ownership of a situation, managing it in as many dimensions as necessary so that problems are resolved and all the moving parts operate in sync. They... Read more »
If you are an adult with ADHD, you might have found yourself asking a frightening question lately: “Is my ADHD getting worse?” Perhaps you used to be able to pull all-nighters to... Read more »
At 33, I lost my husband to advanced adrenal cancer. Despite my master’s in social work, the resulting immense sadness, anxiety, and fear were overwhelming. His funeral, just before Thanksgiving, made the... Read more »