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I Thought Pokémon Go Was a Waste of Time. Then I Played It With My Kids.
By Grant Stenzel, MS Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor Before my 15- and 19-year-old kids roped me into a Pokémon Go adventure, I was pretty darn sure the game was a waste of time, another way for kids to bury themselves in screens, and a potentially dangerous new craze. As it turns out, I was enjoying a nice ride on my high horse. To all the parents out there, I know [...]
Why Does It Feel Like Something Is Missing?
By Steven Howell, MA Licensed Professional Counselor Isn't it odd that, after gaining so much of what we wanted in life, we still wonder what’s missing? I mean, as people, don't we just expect to be happy and content when it seems we've been able to get everything in place? Sure, it takes some time and hard work, but you made it! You have the family, career, home, vacations, [...]
How To Unplug the Kids This Summer
Gadgets need to be plugged in to recharge. Conversely, nothing drains kids’ batteries like keeping them plugged in throughout the day. The American Academy of Pediatrics found that today’s kids spend seven hours a day on various devices. Their recommendation is no more than two hours a day. Thankfully, help is here. With summer in full swing, it’s the perfect time to whisk the kids out the door for some [...]
It’s Time To Face Our Fears
By Dan Gleason, MA Licensed Professional Counselor Everyone has fears. Heck, I’m afraid of sharks. My fascination with the ocean is accompanied by what I consider a (hopefully) healthy fear of sharks. I have had nightmares of being stranded in the ocean. In them, I can feel myself bobbing up and down in the waves. I can only see by the dim light of a clouded moon and distant lightning. [...]
Purposeful Parenting – What It Is And Why It’s So Important
By: Grant Stenzel MS Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor Companies have business plan. You probably know someone—or are someone—who has a fantasy football plan every year. But what about a parenting plan? Do you have one? If not, you should. Here’s where to start. Picture the end result and work backward Many people find that imagining the end result of what they’re working on is a great way to achieve their [...]
Managing Stress—And Being Cordial—During A Contentious Election Year
I’m not sure if you’ve noticed, but there’s been some buzz lately about an upcoming election. With Trump, Clinton and even a potential third party candidate battling to become our next commander-in-chief, I can guarantee there will be lots more anger and unrest in America in the months to come. It’s important to advocate on behalf of our political beliefs, but it must be done respectfully. Given all the noise [...]