Live while you live I thought I would start my column with my usual closing quote: Live while you live! We all WILL die, and we probably could give that thought a little more credence. Too often we put off things that bring us joy because we don’t have it on our schedule, and we unconsciously believe that we have more days or weeks or years to get to it. Maybe we do, and maybe … [Read more...]
Anxiety – challenging but not deadly
Anxiety - challenging but not deadly When a person experiences a tight chest, rapid heartbeat, tense arms, sweaty hands, inability to focus, and even fear of dying, it might be anxiety. If you are experiencing these symptoms, first go to your medical doctor to make sure your symptoms are not caused by a physical ailment. This will give you accurate information that is not … [Read more...]
Stress can be associated with anything
Stress can be associated with anything Stress is a word we hear everyday. In my counseling office it was used when discussing anything from hospital visits, guests, parenting, exams, relationships, diets, employers, money, illness, entertaining, holidays, etc. Stress is an emotion that can be associated with anything we do. Stress does not come only from negative events. It … [Read more...]
Book Signing by Jennifer Goble
Book Signing by Jennifer Goble What: Book signing for "My Clients...My Teachers; The Noble Process of Psychotherapy,"by Dr. Jennifer Goble When: 2 to 4 p.m. Sunday, June 8 Where: Sterling Public Library community room STERLING —After 23 years owning and operating a private counseling practice, former Sterling resident Dr. Jennifer Goble is now sharing her counseling experiences … [Read more...]
Depression is not a death sentence
Depression is not a death sentence Depression is common. Depression is a physical disorder. Depression involves an imbalance of brain chemicals. Depression does not define who we are unless we let it. Depression does not affect our worth unless we let it. Everything I know about depression I learned from my clients and from my friend Diana Alishouse. From Diana I learned to … [Read more...]
Speaking from the heart is essential
Speaking from the heart is essential Will Rogers once said, “Never miss a good chance to shut up.” That doesn’t work if you are trying to have a good relationship. If you want to be close to your spouse, or your children, or your friends, you must speak the truth of what is going on inside you. Lack of effective communication skills is the basic problem facing every couple, … [Read more...]
Happy Mother’s Day!
Happy Mother's Day! Mother’s Day is Sunday. I wish every mother a wonderful day of memories and pampering along with hugs, cards, calls, and maybe a flower or two. It is exciting for young women who are about to become a mother for the first time. Their center of focus will soon be shared with a sweet little miracle that cries, coos, spits-up, pees, and poops … [Read more...]
Bullies
Bullies Bullies are everywhere: schools, offices, churches, legislature, sports, homes, playgrounds, bedrooms, stores, hospitals, airplanes, etc. Bullies use words, aggressiveness, body language, writing, facial expressions, violence, rejection, and money to control their victims. Bullies feel empowered at the expense of someone else. If you are a bully, you know it. If you … [Read more...]
Treat yourself to a do nothing day
Treat yourself to a do nothing day Find a day to do nothing! I hope every person has an entire day to do only what they want to do. I had a day like that today; my grandson is here and all I did was play. He is an angel baby and so good, I feel half guilty. Did I waste a day? Yes, in that it was not "productive," but no, I did not waste the day...I enjoyed every … [Read more...]