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Physical Touch- Working Meaningful Touch to Connect with your Child

Hugs are a common way to say I love you. If you have a child who has a primary love language of physical touch, it is like shouting your love. Physical touch is one of five love languages according to the book the Five Love Languages of Children by authors Gary Chapman and Ross Campbell. …

Conspiracy Theory Addiction

In a time of stress and uncertainty, conspiracy theories and predictions of doom circulate among people at all educational levels from all walks of life – wreaking havoc, threatening safety, and causing the death of innocent people. These unfounded theories spread among communities, terrorist groups, and violent extremists as seen in 2018 and 2019 when …

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

Temperatures are cooling, the trees are changing colors, and pumpkin spice “everything” can be found “everywhere”. From toothpaste to beard oil, from deodorant to dog shampoo, commerce is bouncing back with a seasonal favorite. For many, however, the beautiful colors, cool breezes, and alluring smells signal the arrival of a recurring depression, Seasonal Affective Disorder. …

Thoughtful Communication: Making the Most of Our Words

Words are incredibly powerful. We use them to get things done, communicate our feelings, influence behavior, and generate new ideas. Words can also be an art form expressed in poetry, novels, and music. Taking a moment to think about effective and ineffective communication with our words can be a powerful way to transform how we …