“Marriages, like careers, need constant nurturing… the secret of having it all is loving it all.” – Joyce Brothers, psychologist “… they wanted to do something about it before things got out of hand.” Halle and Hank had …
“Bad times have a scientific value. These are occasions a good learner would not miss.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson, poet “Enya had repeated visits to the principal’s office…” Enya’s father, Elijah, called and came to see …
“I’ve worked very hard at understanding myself, learning to be assertive. I’m past the point where I worry about people liking me.” – Pam Dawber, actress “Demetria had an important job…and, she was good at it.” Demetria had …
“To free us from the expectations of others, to give us back to ourselves – there lies the great, singular power of self-respect.” – Joan Didion, author “…but, there was a problem for Callum.” Callum was a fisherman …
“A great many people think they are thinking when they are really rearranging their prejudices.” – William James, psychologist “I’m embarrassing myself with my behaviour.” Abel was unable to deal with his ‘good fortune.’ Abel was a thirty five …
“All human behaviour is purposeful, without exception.” – William Glasser, psychiatrist “…but the biggest burden to her parents and siblings.” Xandria was a stout, middle aged woman of 48 with a slight accent, who started her first consultation …
“The family is one of nature’s masterpieces.” – George Santayana, philosopher “…she was constantly apologizing for her very existence.” Penelope (Penny) was an unassuming, middle aged woman with short dark hair and old fashioned glasses that seem to weigh …
“Gratitude makes sense of our past, brings peace for today, and creates a vision for tomorrow.” – Melody Beattie, author “I just want to find some joy in my life!” Marcella said, “I don’t even want to count …
“The ultimate value of life depends upon awareness and the power of contemplation rather than upon mere survival.” – Aristotle, philosopher “I love both Lowell and Linus!” Lydia was a slight, well dressed woman of forty who …
“In science, a healthy skepticism is a professional necessity, whereas in religion, having belief without evidence is regarded as a virtue.” – Paul Davies, writer “It’s December, we just want to have a Happy Christmas!” Janice and Jake had …