“Dealing with a narcissist is like being in the Hunger Games. It’s the same game, just every hour brings a new challenge.” Bring On The Game Have you ever felt like you're in the Hunger Games when Katniss and Peeta find out that the Hunger Games is just in one giant spinning arena? That each strike … [Read more...]
Cruising with Covid
Thinking about taking a cruise during COVID? Here are some quick facts to help you make an informed decision. Have the flyers, mailers and discounts coming in the mail recently got you thinking about cruising again? Since we received our first flyer in May we would glance longingly at those … [Read more...]
Ten Elementary Counseling Finds at Five Below
Are you a school counselor? Behavior specialist? Social worker? I went on a trip to Five Below the other day and found some amazing elementary counseling resources for small group counseling, individual counseling and large group counseling. I'm excited to use them and everything was so inexpensive! … [Read more...]
Donut Tasting Activity for Small Group Counseling, Family Activities and More!
Trying new things isn't always fun. Some people refuse. Some are more hesitant. Maybe a person will resist trying something new but then give it a try when given some time to analyze the situation. What kind of personality traits show up when a person is asked to try something new? Personality … [Read more...]
The Connection Between Food and Mental Health
Chocolate. Coffee. Alcohol. Potato Chips. Donuts. If I don't have chocolate at least once daily, NOBODY wants to get near me. Do you feel that way about your morning coffee? What's your connection between food and your mental health? The Connection Between Food and Mental Health Food has … [Read more...]
Family Friendly Pride Month Ideas
Family friendly pride month ideas that will help you teach acceptance, love and unity with your children and family! What Is Pride Month? June is pride month in the LGBTQ+ community. The federal government also instituted Juneteenth in 2021, which celebrates the emancipation of enslaved … [Read more...]
When Clergy Leaders Put Their Members in the Path of Abuse
Imagine walking into a courtroom and getting blindsided when you find your own clergy has written a character letter for your ex husband whose accused of violating his protective order and abusing you. How do you respond as a woman? What do you do? Warning: The story below mentions tough topics like … [Read more...]
What is Compassion Insensitivity?
Every year in the counseling world we get thrown new words like "mindfulness," "connectedness," and "metacognition." To be honest, I get the same with my other site too. Except it's the latest year long food trend buzz words like "quinoa," "chia," or "keto." This year, I'm adding … [Read more...]