Throughout our history, humans have gone through many times of despair. Families have lost hope. At times, people have felt and feel hopeless. I don’t want to sound like a downer, but all of us, at times, have wondered if it’s worth it. We have contemplated giving up on a relationship, a teenage son or […]
I challenge you to visit a public setting with children and or teenagers present and observe. I predict you will see many smartphones and tablets. There is no question that the current generation of kids utilizes a lot more screen time than the previous generations (GenXers and Millennials). Jean Twenge, the author of “iGens: Why […]
True North Counseling Launches a New Program for Teens I was introduced to Willard Gray when I was 14 years old. He was the 4-H Extension agent in Warrick County, Indiana. Willard introduce 3 other boys and me to the woods of Southern Indiana and Kentucky. He was a wonderful man. We spent time hiking […]
I have been active most of my life. I was running in the 1970’s when they called it “jogging.” I was hit or miss. Decades later, I was turning forty and had just finish three years of graduate school and let’s just say, I had put on a few pounds. Sensing my frustration, my father […]
People begin and end fitness and nutrition plans all the time. They begin with high hopes and end a few months later a little discouraged. What went wrong? Why did they fail? I’m convinced that there are many diets that are healthy and can help you lose weight. I’m convinced that most exercise programs will […]
I only ask because it matters. First, let’s get a definition of health. The World Health Organization (WHO) defines it as: “a state of complete physical, mental and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.” The WHO has adopted the Bio-Psycho-Social Model of health. I like it. Healthy people have high […]
WELCOME TO MY WAYPOINTS! As I explained in a previous blog, Waypoints are significant events or moments from my past week that help me stay oriented as to where I am and where I’m going. The Last Week of Summer It’s good to reflect on the passing of the seasons. Last week was the last week […]
In her new book, “Forest Therapy: Seasonal Ways to Embrace Nature for a Happier You,” Sarah Ivens inspires us to get outside. I have been a Psychotherapist for about 25 years and an avid hiker/backpacker for about as long. So, as you can imagine, I was intrigued by the title of Sarah Ivens’ new book […]
Welcome to My Waypoints! As I explained in a previous blog, Waypoints are significant events or moments from my past week that help me stay oriented as to where I am and where I’m going. Lessons From Clients I want to share, as often as possible, the things I’ve learned from my clients. This week, […]
I do a lot of hiking and backpacking. I’ve backpacked down into the Grand Canyon 15 times. I’ve hiked in most National Parks and in many states. I know what a Waypoint is. Waypoints are places that you look for, that tell you where you are and where you’re going. I’ve hiked the Knobstone Trail in […]
