Best Ways to Fight Stress: 5 Tips That Actually Work
Regulate your sleep patterns.Get up no later than 8am and go to bed no later than 11.30pm, even if you can’t sleep. If you have problems getting up in the morning, get someone else to rouse you, or have a friend call. Get as much exercise as you can.Not everyone has the time for routine […]
5 Local Family Activities You Can Do This Summer
One of the most important ways to help children transition from the school year to the summer is provide structure to their vacation. Planning family outings and activities keep your kids learning while out of school, and give them a memorable summer experience. Listed below are 5 free activity ideas in the city that will […]
Unleashing Healing with Premarital Counseling
A little over a year ago, José and Rosa started premarital counseling here at Cornerstone. José had contacted the counseling center saying he was fearful for his marriage because of how he addressed conflict within their relationship. José talked about his anger saying, “I can feel myself going from 0-60 in a minute”. So Rosa […]
The Four “C’s” Of Intimacy
Let’s admit it. Between appointments, scheduling needs, caring for the children and family time, it can be difficult for a couple to share intimate, uninterrupted time together. For most couples, getting in the groove of the every day can come at the expense of a fulfilling sex life. Addressing these four “Cs” is the first […]
Unleash Fulfillment
Breanne*, a 28-year-old corporate executive, came in for counseling several years ago on the brink of a big decision. The man she loved was getting ready to “pop the question.” She knew it was coming but did not know what she would say. On the surface, they had the perfect relationship. Her parents and friends […]
Unleashing Potential
Several years ago, one of our after-school program partners requested a crisis management session with Damien* at their Southside location. Damien’s twin sister had just died in front him as a result of an asthma attack. He and his family were shocked and grief stricken. Only a month later, Damien’s grandmother died during the night; […]
Job Searching Here’s How to Keep a Healthy Outlook.
Despite consistent reports of new jobs being created, the reality is that 8 out of 10 people who lost their jobs during the recession of the past 5 years remain unemployed or underemployed. Prolonged unemployment causes an increase risk for feelings of hopelessness and despair, precursors to depression.Becoming proactive is key. These four steps, can […]
Commemorating Loss with Joy
In a commonly cited grief model (Kubler-Ross, 2005), it is noted that we move through 5 stages of grief, which can include denial, anger, bargaining, depression and finally acceptance of a loss. These steps are not sequential, but could occur in any order, and not everyone who encounters a loss or a life-threatening/-altering event experiences […]
Going Beyond the Greeting Card
Going Beyond the Greeting Card Most mothers enjoy the outpouring of love that comes their way every May in the form of well-wishes, Hallmark cards, chocolates, and flowers. You may even have some more unique and personal ways of celebrating the moms in your life. However, Mother’s Day comes but once a year! Surely our […]
How to Talk to Your Kids About Tragedy and Violence: Tips and Resources for Parents
How to Talk to Your Kids About Tragedy and Violence: Tips and Resources for Parents As we grieve and pray for the victims and families of the Boston Marathon bombings, we are well aware that parents across the country must process yet another tragedy with their children. We hope the information and resources below will […]