Social Media – Helping or Hurting?

Social Media:  Helping or Hurting? By Brandy Hanson, LPC The original concept for the purpose of social media was to bring people together.  And it did.  Social media made communicating with family and friends anywhere in the world instantaneously possible.  People...

Choosing STAR Instead of Scream

This post is brought to you by Shannon Olson, LSCW: Tempers are flaring everywhere, and, it seems, patience is wearing thin. Whether it’s a long rant on social media, people fighting on a plane, or frustration with a partner or child, a few skills can...

The Importance of Communication and Listening

This post is brought to you by Shannon Olson, LSCW. Relationships are vital to our existence and when they aren’t going well our joy can be difficult to find. Two things that seem to impact our relationships deeply are communication and listening. I liken...