Monday, August 17, 2009 at 06:15PM Tom FitzPatrick is a man on a mission. He wants to transform men, one by one, to become great fathers. He knows men have it in them to be successful in their home lives. A teacher, attorney and psychologist all rolled into one, Tom possesses the skills to guide men to leadership.
Monday, August 17, 2009 at 06:15PM Is spiritual direction something you have thought about? Have you ever wondered just what spiritual direction is, and who needs it?
Monday, August 17, 2009 at 06:13PM Emotional eating strikes a cord with many. Finishing a bag of potato chips, a pint of ice cream or a box of chocolates before realizing that one was not hungry to begin with may seem like mindless eating, but it can also be the deep abyss of emotional hunger. Utilizing food to comfort, distract or feed a feeling, even if it is an unrecognized feeling, is a behavior that attempts to soothe an unmet emotional need.
Monday, August 17, 2009 at 06:12PM The task many men deem to be their most important is one for which a large member of us do not feel well-prepared. How does a man be a father to his children? And where can he learn what he needs to know?
Monday, August 17, 2009 at 06:10PM What is it that makes female friendships so significant? Sure we validate, support one another, bring the casserole to a friend in need, nod, laugh and listen; but what is it that truly makes a woman to woman relationship so strong?
Monday, August 17, 2009 at 06:09PM Have you ever taken the time to listen to the tone of voice with which you speak to yourself? The voice inside your head: is it kind or is it critical? Does it reflect self-love, or self-hatred? Do you call yourself names, like stupid, dumb or lazy?
Thursday, May 21, 2009 at 09:27AM What do you desire? Is it on a shelf in the local department store? Modern life is filled with materialistic desires, yet when the desire is examined; it is often an unfulfilled need that drives the purchase. Looking deeply into one’s life and its meaning can be a cost saving measure in addition to bringing great pleasure and satisfaction into a life that is missing the perception of well being and happiness.
Thursday, May 21, 2009 at 09:23AM Being current with your inner housecleaning does wonders to support your future, as well as your present life situation. What follows are five basic tools and rules that when applied can help you deal with everyday "stuff" so it doesn’t pile up in your psyche, adding further difficulties because it goes unresolved. Taking a little time for you daily can support your inner balance and peace.
Wednesday, March 11, 2009 at 05:38PM Happiness. Most people seek happiness as a goal, never considering that it is a fleeting feeling. The transient feeling we get when we accomplish something brings us a flash of happiness, as does the tender touch of a new love, a surprise gift, or the heart melting sight of a baby’s first smile. These moments feel happy, but the feeling does not sustain us. True joy, and ultimately long term happiness in life, comes from a sense of well being and contentment with ourselves.
Wednesday, March 11, 2009 at 05:36PM If you have a cold, if you are depressed, if you have a life threatening disease, watch TV or DVD’s that are funny and bring you to Laugher.