Over the years my passion for writing nested within a variety of genres, as it faithfully mirrored my life journey. As a young parent I published parenting manuals. When I ventured into into university instruction I wrote textbooks. As my primary clinical activity and interest shifted into disaster mental health response I penned guidelines, manuals,... Continue Reading →
What a world--one of divides that become more significant daily. Most notable at the time of this writing is the mounting Israel vs. Palestine carnage. Closer to home for the USA, there's conflict between mainstream Republicans and MAGA extremists shutting down basic government. Then how the two collide: the USA wanting to provide support for... Continue Reading →
Yeah, right. Tools, alone, can keep us from going at each other's throats over politics? Tools, yes. There are specific skills that help bridge divide and build unity. But not on their own. We must also use the tools of logic and the will. Even if we have great interpersonal skills, they do little for... Continue Reading →
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