Besides substance abuse, what is the most destructive habit or addiction? I would say that since mid-2015, the number one destructive addictive habit for many Americans has been following the national political news. And I’m not throwing the word addiction around casually. According to the American Society for Addictive Medicine: “Addiction is characterized by the inability to consistently abstain (from […]
Humanistic sandbox therapy at the moment
Unlike other approaches to sandbox therapy, the humanistic approach emphasizes the here and now. After the client creates the scene, the therapist’s primary goal with the client in the processing phase of sandbox therapy is to facilitate a process of exploration, expression, awareness, and discovery. The focus is on the moment and this focus guides the therapist’s responses to the […]
Advantages of selling your house for lease with option to buy
If you own a home with property for sale, leasing may be one of your best options. The economy has changed drastically in recent years. Unemployment has reached record highs. Interest rates have dropped, but that’s not a factor since most homeowners are upside down on their mortgages anyway, thanks to the housing bust. Buyers in general have a harder […]
Bee Stings and Insect Stings – Dangers and Diseases
It’s summer, time for bumblebees and bedbugs. Anywhere people enjoy nature, so do 6-legged critters (also 8-legged). Backyards, baseball fields, and boulevards are all subject to invasion by biting or biting insects (and arthropods). For most people, the injuries they inflict on humans are simply an annoyance. For others, they can be life-threatening. Here are 5 dangers to be aware […]
Aruba: great place to visit
If you’re planning a trip south this winter to escape the cold, there are plenty of warm destinations to choose from. A great destination is Aruba. Aruba is a small island located just north of Venezuela in the South Caribbean Sea. It is a great destination to visit because the weather is warm all year round and the annual rainfall […]
Should online gambling be banned? The answer to that question
online gambling be banned Should online gambling be banned? The answer to that question depends on the individual. Some consider all casino and gambling operations illegal, while others do not. In either case, it is not the responsibility of governments to regulate online gambling, because the companies themselves do not violate any laws. It is important to remember that gambling […]