I have been in many therapists ‘, social workers’, or mental health professionals’ offices over the years. I mostly attended appointments with family members, as well as a few for...

There is a hard truth in life – There is No Magic Wand.  However, humans are looking for the easy way out, the magic wand. You may look for what...

Recently, I attended a Restorative Justice Program conference with practitioners and youth from throughout the state. This conference was different than other conferences I had attended. I could tell as...

“Trauma: I don’t have any trauma in my life! I came from a good family with supportive parents, had a roof over my head, and food on the table. My...

Do you share my love for reading? I always have a book (or ten) by my bedside, and my TBR (To Be Read) stack is taller than some of my...

As a parent, educator, and community member, I have noticed a shift—not just in the seasons here in northern Minnesota, but in something much bigger. The policies affecting families, children,...

February begins in just a few days, and so does Black History Month. I did some research on the origins of the month and the history behind celebrating the contributions...

Loneliness has become an epidemic in America. Outgoing U.S. Surgeon General Vivek Murthy highlighted this issue in a 2023 report, emphasizing that loneliness is more than just a negative emotion;...

Revised from a post in January, 2021 Love your neighbor as yourself. Do unto others as you would have them do unto you. Many of the wisdom traditions use a...

This post was originally written in December 2021 and revised on December 3, 2024 This time of the year is for traditions, celebrations, and community. It’s also a time for...

Have you ever been in an uncomfortable situation with a client, colleague or employee who emotionally explodes with you? Emoting anger and accusations like a volcano through an email or...

The county fair is a big highlight of the summer each year. When my children were young, we would attend the fair every day. Being involved in 4-H, sports, and...