A few years ago, I slammed into the Empty Nest Syndrome at warp speed.I knew it was coming, I had taught classes about it. Ha! I knew nothing. Life has a way of humbling us. I was ignorant. Knowing what to do, is not the same as doing what you know.
After retiring from foster [...]
By Marisue Alsobrook
Introduction: If we’re not in control of most of our happiness and attitude, then who is? We CAN change how we think and react to life. We CANNOT always control what life gives us. Our hope, lies in our own thoughts and actions. And always remember the quote from Abraham Lincoln, “Most people [...]
By Marisue Alsobrook
Introduction: Laughter is a natural stress reliever, and we all need more of that! Stress stops us from enjoying the healthy benefits of small laughter. You’ve seen those jolly people that seem to laugh every few moments. It’s good for you! Even though deep laughter releases the most endorphins, the small frequent [...]
Marisue says: “This has to be one of the worst things anyone can experience. I hope this information will help. I will continue to research this topic and add those findings and my own writings to my website.”
Helping a Homicide Survivor Heal
by Alan D. Wolfelt, Ph.D.
A friend has experienced the sudden, violent death of someone [...]
by Marisue alsobrook
“The most important chracteristic of anger management, one that will get you through many tough moments is a simple one. Use it often, and sometimes minute by minute until self control is achieved. Try the “Self-Talk and Walk” approach to calming your anger! Temper is a state of mind. You may think “you [...]
