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How To Maintain Harmony When A Spouse Goes Back To Work
There are plenty of reasons a spouse might return to work after being at home. Money is a common reason, but job satisfaction and even mental stimulation are contributing factors as well. But whatever the reason, one thing is certain: There will be an adjustment period. Here are a few suggestions from us at Stenzel Clinical to ensure a smoother transition. 1. Communicate your expectations. The key word here is [...]
Self-Improvement: How to Set Realistic Goals
It’s already April. So, how are your resolutions going? You may be sticking to them, or you may have already reverted to your 2016 ways. If you’re not happy with your efforts since the turn of the year, now is the perfect time to reflect, refine and return to your resolutions. Here are some key points that explain how to set realistic goals. Keep It Real Real, sustainable change comes [...]
Parents of Special Needs Children: Who Takes Care Of You?
Even under the best of circumstances, parenting is difficult. But add special needs on top of baseline care, and it can be overwhelming. If your child has special needs, your lifestyle is much different than many of your extended family, friends and neighbors. You have daily complications they might not fully understand. No doubt you can add to the list below based on your own unique situation. You child needs [...]
Register now for the final Marriage Boot Camp sessions
Grant Stenzel will wrap up his Marriage Boot Camp series at The Compass Church Hobson Campus. On Saturday, March 4, “Taming Tigers” will take place. On Saturday, April 1, the series will conclude with “The Ringmaster.” Taming Tigers Children, obey your parents in everything, for this pleases the Lord. Fathers, do not embitter your children, or they will become discouraged. —Çolossians 3:20-21 It’s possible to be an authority without destroying [...]
Clinical analysis of Car Radio by twenty one pilots
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=92XVwY54h5k By Grant Stenzel MS Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor My daughter loves twenty one pilots and got me into them as well. I recently went with her to their concert in Moline, and hearing them play live gave me the final push to write a clinical analysis of “Car Radio.” If you aren’t familiar with the band, twenty one pilots’ music is filled with catchy electropop, but the sound [...]
Less is More: Why You Should Lower Your Expectations on Valentine’s Day
By: Grant Stenzel, MS Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor It’s that time of year again. Flowers are flying off the shelves, chocolates are selling by the dozen, and reservations are being made weeks in advance: Valentine’s Day is almost here. But before you start fussing about the perfect outfit for the perfect day, take a step back to make sure your expectations are in check. It’s easy to have high hopes [...]