People living with depression know all too well the desire to break that cycle while often feeling powerless over the strength of it.  That helpless feeling often feeds the depression ... Read More »

My heart goes out to Patrick Swayze's loved ones.  I was so saddened to hear about his death this week. Although it seemed expected, I guess because he was such a vital and energetic ... Read More »

On this 8th anniversary of  9-11, I wanted to take a moment to remember all of heroes and loved ones lost that day in 2001.  It's hard to believe that 8 years have past  As many ... Read More »

With bbq's and swim parties fresh in many of our minds, this morning's sunrise came with a rude awakening as the daily grind makes its return.  Labor Day represents the unofficial end ... Read More »

This past weekend I had a short trip to Santa Barbara, CA.  Along with my partner and my dog Etta, we had planned for a quick rejuvenating night away.  It proved to be ... Read More »

I was talking to a friend of mine tonight.  She told me that her sister was thinking of leaving her husband.  She said that he is very independent and that her sister is ... Read More »

Last week we lost two American Icons: Farrah Fawcett and Michael Jackson on the same day.  My condolences go out to the both families. It was a tragic day that as an aside shed light on ... Read More »

One common issue for people suffering from anxiety and panic is feeling scared stiff.  This means that the thoughts of living your life to its fullest are out shadowed by the thoughts of ... Read More »

I was talking to a couple's therapist the other day on the topic of re-establishing intimacy in long-term relationships. Sometimes after infatuation fades, intimacy and sex in a long ... Read More »