Bibliotherapy
Post-Retirement Life Crisis
Have you ever experienced a post-retirement life crisis? I think I am in the midst of one as I write. I never experienced a major teenage rebellion, nor a mid-life crisis. So, when this current crisis of…
- Anxiety, Bibliotherapy, Breath Work, Chronic Pain, Cold Weather, Coping Skills, Guided Imagery, Health, Pain Management, Psychoeducation, Stress Management
Just Breathe
Introduction Breathing is essential to our lives. We all know this, but the majority of the time we pay little or no attention to it. Breathing is remarkable because it is the only bodily function that is…
Book Review: Courageous Faith
I recently had the privilege of reviewing the newly published book, Courageous Faith, by Debbye Turner Bell. After writing a short blurb for Bookish First, I was informed that I had “won” a copy of the book,…
- Bibliotherapy, Chronic Pain, Coping Skills, Guided Imagery, Health, Pain Management, Perception of Pain, Psychoeducation, Stress Management
Pain Management: Alternative Treatment Approaches
Introduction Pain Management: Alternative Treatment Approaches is part 3 in the series: When You or Your Loved One is in Pain. In this article we will explore various mental health and complementary treatment approaches for pain, for…
How Do We Sense Pain?
In my 38 years as a Clinical Social Worker in the mental health profession I worked with many people who experienced physical pain. Some had acute pain and others chronic pain. Pain as a result of accidents…
Book Review: Love People, Use Things by The Minimalists
I was pleased when, 1) I won an Advanced Reading Copy of Love People, Use Things: Because the Opposite Never Works and 2) I was asked by BOOKish FIRST to write a review of the book. (The…
- Bibliotherapy, Codependency, Communication, Coping Skills, Psychoeducation, Relationships, Stress Management
Is This Codependency? Monkeys On Your Back
Is This Codependency? Monkeys On Your Back is all about responsibilities, codependency, assertive communication and “I” messages. Oh, and of course, it’s also about monkeys! I loved using imagery when I explained and discussed concepts with my…
Coping Skills: Tools for Living a Healthy Life
I believe that coping skills are tools for living a healthy life. When I worked in my clinical practice this topic was discussed frequently. We developed a variety of healthy coping skills to reduce stress, but we…
Stress and The Silent To-Do List
Who doesn’t experience stress? To varying degrees, we all do. Many of the stresses in our lives practically shout to us with “in your face” demands. But, there are also more quiet, insidious stresses that whisper to…
- Bibliotherapy, Book Review, Coping Skills, Decision-making, Health, Relationships, Stress Management
“Hanger Management” Bookish First Book Review
Susan Albers, Psy D has hit the mark with a topic that is so very relevant, especially in today’s stressful environment. “Hanger Management” explores the role that hanger (hunger + anger) plays in our lives today. From…
- Bibliotherapy, Coping Skills, Creativity, Decision-making, Guided Imagery, Psychoeducation, Stress Management
Decision-Making – Coloring the Pages of Your Life
Decision-making Decisions. Choices. These are part of life, whether we are young or old. We are faced with making choices and decisions daily. Some small, some not so small, and some life changing. How can we make…