Grieving takes a lot of work and a lot of energy out of us! Often after the funeral ends and friends and family go home the toughest days are upon us. These days don’t dissipate just because we “look ok”, “act ok”, “seem ok” or even laugh. Grief can be exhausting, lonely, and at times […]
As Father’s Day approaches I am reminded of my dad, as many of you may be. I like to generalize both Father’s Day and Mother’s Day to think about the men and women who have impacted our lives in a positive way. Sometimes it is our parents and sometimes it isn’t. When I think about […]
As a therapist I seek to help people look at and EXPAND the positive things in their lives. At EVERY session I always start off by asking the people I work with, “What is going well since I last saw you?” I train them to begin to look at small progress, things that make them […]
Have you heard of “stinking thinking”, well stinking thinking also occurs within and during our grief. Some of the thoughts we have around our grief and the death of our loved one prolong grief and suffering, and for some reason we hang onto them with a vengeance. Some thoughts people have running through their minds […]
Are you ready for some fresh, fun and clever tips to make your relationship sizzle like the summer heat??? Perfect, then keep reading! Share an ice cream cone and feed each other. Take a trip to the beach, a park or any place you deem a natural beauty. Spread out a blanket, sit on a […]
On Monday I was walking out of my private practice wondering, “what am I going to get my mom for Mother’s Day?” I am sure that many of you have been wondering that same thing. I am not the type of person to “get something because it is a special day.” I like to do […]
Every 3rd Tuesday from 7:15pm – 8:45pm myself and colleague, Emlyn Whipple, have the honor to be with people along their grief journey. Grief groups are held at Coral Springs Funeral Home and are free to all participants, you just have to let us know you are coming, as in make sure you RSVP to […]
Let’s Talk About Grief…The Myths There is no timeline to grieve. It is a life process and everyone’s experience is unique, don’t judge yours or others. Grief may include a whole array of emotions and reactions, not solely those that are generally thought of as grief, like depression, sadness, guilt, anger and many more. Sometimes […]
Below, I share with you some creative ways to express your love and have FUN! As always feel free to share with others, and it is actually encouraged! I mean who doesn’t want more love, better communication and connection in their lives! Play Lover’s Olympics – no money needed just some creativity. Don’t forget a […]
Lemieux Solutions Unlimited was super honored to receive “Dating Advice’s” award for “Top Ten Blogs” for a blog we previously wrote on communication. “Dating Advice” asked if we would write a blog specifically for them on dating. Here is an excerpt of the blog: “Are you in your 30s and getting tired of the dating […]