Before you fall asleep, what’s the last thought you have? Are you thinking about that meeting scheduled at 9:35 am? Or the romantic candlelight dinner with your spouse that was long due? Or, is it in excitement to have the whole day to yourself doing something you really enjoy doing? But have you ever thought, […]

What keeps us going in life? The wholesome sound of laughter from the living room downstairs, the sight of fireworks, or is it the reassuring thought that you will get up in the morning to see the sunrise and do life again? Take a moment to reflect and cherish the moment as you read this

Life is unpredictable.  Yet, if there is one thing that is inevitable in this expedition, it is the end.   It’s a saddening thought that everything; every dream we’ve ever dreamt, every memory we’ve cherished, and every connection we’ve ever had will be reduced to nothing more than rubble and dust.  That’s the law of

How does the belief in the afterlife shapes our perspective? Let’s explore this As you walk through life, basking in the sun, admiring the lush greens of the grass and the vivid hues in the sky, you feel a surge of gratitude in your heart. Pair the scenic beauty with unforgettable moments with your friends

Anger is a natural human emotion but how teenagers understand and express it can shape their relationships, choices, and future. In Peace: The Other Side of Anger (Second Edition), Dave Wolffe offers a compassionate, practical guide for adults who support adolescents, including parents, educators, counselors, social workers, and youth advocates. Drawing from years of hands-on experience, Wolffe

As the Peaceful Author my work centers around the idea of offering methods of achieving peace in relationships and in our society. Keeping with theme of above, I present the first of three articles AGREEING TO DISAGREE One of my good friends, with completely opposite political views from me, communicated the idea of agreeing to

(from the Second Edition of Peace: The Other Side of Anger) Visualizing an idea, has a great impact on understanding it. One of the illustrations used in this book is the Communication Pie. It can be an important tool in understanding what adolescents are trying to communicate, and provides clues to adults there is more

                    (from the Second Edition of Peace: The Other Side of Anger               The effect of gun violence on teens, the measures designed to protect them, as well as ways to provide help will be explored. Where teens live and spend their time is a huge factor in understanding how they respond to gun violence.

Over this past weekend, my partner and I, welcomed family and friends to share the: CELEBRATION OF THE LAUNCHING OF THE SECOND EDITION OF PEACE: THE OTHER SIDE OF ANGER In these difficult and trying times, when you have an opportunity to share positive experiences with some family and friends don’t hesitate to do so.

ONE OF THE MANY SOURCES OF ADOLESCENT FRUSTRATION                                 (from the Second Edition of Peace: The Other Side of Anger)                 The frustration caused by unmet emotional needs is a real sore spot for teens. When desires for recognition, belonging, freedom, security, and safety aren’t met, they often react strongly. To understand more about this