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

I am going to facilitate an overview of the Anger Management Power (AMP) Program (the foundation of my book, the Second Edition of Peace: The Other Side of Anger) for the Hamden Commission on Human Rights and Relationships. We have room for additional participants and I would really enjoy having some of you join us

This past week I had the pleasure and opportunity of sharing ideas on anger management with adolescents of the Hamden Youth Council’s Youth Ambassadors. Their participation and helpfulness made our time together enjoyable and enlightening. The more involved they were by providing their ideas on;                   and finally, the more relevant this presentation became to

This past Saturday, I was one of 25 authors, who attended the Local Author Showcase at the Hagaman Memorial Library in East Haven, Ct. It was a time for patrons to meet many authors, and treated to a variety of work, and ideas. It provided writers with exposure to patrons, who might not have been

(from the Second Edition of Peace: The Other Side of Anger) When interacting with adolescents, here are a few ideas from “Quick Tips for Keeping the Peace with Teens” to help maintain and possibly improve your relationship with them;  Frame what you want as a request rather than a demand or threat. Taking this approach

(Taken from Peace: The Other Side of Anger-Second Edition) Communication is a two-way street. To keep this path open, heed the following warning and suggestions: SPEAKING FIRST MAKES THINGS WORSE Whether you are interacting with a young person or an adult, fully listen to what the other person is saying before you speak. Teens have

Although this topic doesn’t relate directly to the Second Edition of Peace: The Other Side of Anger, it is capable of bringing more calmness when situations cause you to feel unhinged, stressed, angry or any other intense emotion. Focusing your senses in a particular setting, on a memory, or a person you love has the