Romance doesn’t have to be expensive! Summertime in San Diego offers abundant opportunity for fun and romance, but our current economic climate puts a damper on dating for many couples.  Several people get stuck in the cliche of “dinner and a movie” and while that can be great fun, it can also come with a […]

If you are wanting to distance yourself from a friend, chances are you probably don’t view them as much of a friend any longer.  Perhaps you still care for them, but for various reasons, it may no longer be healthy for you to have them in your life in a friendship capacity. What Defines a […]

The Chinese word for “crisis” is comprised of two characters – the first character symbolizing “danger” and the second character symbolizing an incipient moment, a crucial point when something begins or changes, or opportunity.  When a difficult time is upon us, there is no doubt it will be uncomfortable and we’ll struggle.  The pain is […]

“I need to lose weight before I’ll look good in my bathing suit!” How many times have you said something similar to yourself or heard other people echoing the same sentiments?  For most people, this is a slippery slope and a set up premised with dislike for yourself.  I have worked with several women, and […]

I often encounter couples who feel misunderstood and unappreciated when they make attempts to care for their partner.  What starts as an earnest attempt to care sometimes ends up in frustration and argument.  For many, just knowing their partner’s “Love Language” can deter these disappointing mishaps.  In his book “The 5 Love Languages”, Dr. Gary […]