I was raised by two people who loved their children deeply but didn’t have a lot of emotional intelligence. For both of my parents, the whole concept of feelings was little more than a…
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This morning, on my usual walk through my neighborhood, I listened to an episode of Pastor Nadia Bolz-Weber’s podcast, The Confessional. (I’ve mentioned this podcast before, and I really do recommend it. Every episode…
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Are you among the legions of people worried about the weight you’ve been gaining since social distancing began? You may remember that, a few months ago, I was writing about my decision to rededicate…
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Like most everyone else in the United States, we’ve been hunkered down at home for the last couple of weeks. I’ve been ordering groceries for curbside pickup and getting my classes set up to…
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We’re knee-deep in that post-Thanksgiving/pre-Christmas period that I not-so-fondly refer to as the Crazy Days. For me, it begins with giving and grading final exams. Then there’s the shopping, the social events, the rich…
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Disclaimer: This post is for informational purposes only. If you’re struggling with anxiety, seek the help of a qualified medical professional. Depression and anxiety run in my family. My mom struggled with them for…
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The holiday season tends to be heavy on social engagements. You might have a party at work; your partner might have one as well; there might be social events with friends, events at your…