Assumptions Are the Termites of Relationships When I assume I know what you’re going to say, I cut off dialogue and this leads to mistrust, confusion and conflict.   Why should I bring this thing that’s bothering me to my wife, husband, child, boss or parent? …

I remember reading the book 1984 in High School where Big Brother will be watching everything we do in the future.  Today I was thinking about You Tube and other videos & websites and how when you watch certain videos, similar subject videos pop up,…

DO YOU ALWAYS FEEL WHAT YOU VALUE BY ALLAN J. KATZ, LPC/CSAT Some people have a difficult time feeling what they believe they SHOULD feel because their logical thinking of what is proper, what I value, is blocked and does not reach the heart.  It’s…

Empathy is defined as being there for someone, putting yourself in the other person’s shoes, building rapport and showing compassion for the other person. The opposite of empathy is apathy and indifference; not caring what the other person is going through. It is interesting because…

The few who choose the holy bond of matrimony in today’s society still struggle with the simple act of living well.  Those who denounce marriage as simply a piece of paper, go from attraction to sexual intimacy quickly, then wonder why they can’t have a…

Why do people who have a “good childhoods” become addicted to alcohol, drugs, sex, food, shopping, video games and excitement?  Little Johnny grew up without any rules or consequences as a young boy.  He could practically do whatever he wanted while his parents were busy…