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By Dan Blair, marriage counselor and family counselor I look back over my life and I think we can all say we have made major mistakes. We have weaknesses and flaws. I think about the major [...]

Photo by Monstera By Dan Blair, marriage therapist and family counselor The first half of this article reveals the anatomy of stress, and how we can respond to it. The second half applies what we [...]

By Dan Blair, a marriage counselor and family counselor. Twelve Steps work for Christians and Non-Christians. STEP ONE is about recognizing our brokenness. We admitted we were powerless over the [...]

By Dan Blair, marriage counselor and family counselor Do you find that you can’t stop dwelling on problems, regrets, and aggravations? Over thinking can deplete the use of good chemicals in [...]

Relax. Relaxation techniques include breathing techniques, tensing and relaxing muscles, meditation, and visualization. Recognize what you are feeling and wanting. Recognize triggers and old [...]

By Dan Blair, a marriage counselor and family counselor. How many of us have tossed and turned and have been aggravated by an inability to sleep? Looking at the clock only to realize another hour [...]

By Dan Blair, a marriage counselor and family counselor. Just as recognizing when to go to the doctor or emergency room is essential, so is being able to recognize mental illness. In addition to [...]

By Dan Blair, a marriage counselor and family counselor. Thoughts of suicide need to be taken seriously. If you or someone you know is thinking of suicide call the crisis line at 988, call 911, [...]

By Dan Blair, a marriage counselor and family counselor. “Death is like an assault on our pysche.  It reminds of mortality and helplessness. It speaks of the brief time between birth and [...]

By Dan Blair, a marriage counselor and family counselor. “More than 100 million American adults who describe themselves as Christian contend . . . they are still searching for clarity regarding [...]