As I sit here relaxing this afternoon, I am struck by the fact that I do not feel sad that Christmas is over. This is unusual for me. Even more interesting is the fact that this feeling does not result from a sense of let down or a sense of relief after all of the preparations. So what is going …
The Gift of Time
Earlier today, I saw a commercial open with a card that read “The Gift of Time”. The ad was for Kentucky Fried Chicken and picking up some food from their establishments in order to save the time that it takes to cook dinner. But when I saw and then heard those words, my thoughts went in an entirely different direction. …
A Mom’s Abuse Decides Football Player’s Future
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I had a very interesting email this week from a young lady in response to one of my previous blogs wherein she talked about her life in mostly terms of how the things that her father has said over the years are affecting her life. It really started my thinking about how I have found that the physical abuse that …
Dating After Domestic Violence
I received a very interesting inquiry from a friend this week that has served as the topic for this week’s blog. It is quoted, as follows: “Do you have any tips or pointers for someone who begins dating after leaving a DV marriage? Before my DV marriage, I had several non-violent relationships. The DV guy that I married was the …
Basketball Icon In Violent Video Game Ad
I have a great concern about basketball icon Kobe Bryant brandishing an assault weapon in a war video game commercial. Although I know it is a fantasy game that is very popular in the gaming world among kids and adults, is this really the wisest move that Kobe should be making with the violence that is occurring with so many …
The Abuse of Power
When most people hear the words “abuse of power”, thoughts drift toward those who are in charge of running countries, mostly because these are the situations that are most visible in the press. We hear about how kings build great wealth and enjoy all of the best things in life while their people are starving and dying in the streets. …
End the Silence on Domestic Violence
I recently came across the above-referenced season-long campaign against Domestic Violence that has been undertaken by Dr. Phil McGraw on his “Dr. Phil” television show and whether you are a fan of Dr. Phil, or not, this show and his website at DrPhil.com are way too important for anyone to miss. This is not just another “let’s talk about it” theme to …
Domestic Abuse Hurts
I recently received the attached letter from a reader who chose to share her story with me in response to my request to share your stories as a way to help others. As I read it, there were so many things with which I could identify and I now understand that while her sharing was her way of helping others, …