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Gaslighting. Is It Happening to You?

We need sleep. It’s the foundation for our strong immune system and our psychological well-being. These are the two things we need to help us navigate this COVID-19 successfully. The term “gaslighting” originated from a 1938 play called “Gas Light” by Patrick Hamilton. It was turned into a movie (Gas Light) in 1944, starring Ingrid Bergman. The storylineContinue reading “Gaslighting. Is It Happening to You?”

Cooped Up. Can’t Sleep. What Do We Do Now?

We need sleep. It’s the foundation for our strong immune system and our psychological well-being. These are the two things we need to help us navigate this COVID-19 successfully. When we don’t get enough sleep, here are some problems we face: A weakened immune system Forgetfulness Irritability Depression Poor judgment Heart problems Dull looking skinContinue reading “Cooped Up. Can’t Sleep. What Do We Do Now?”

Communication Triage

How long? Oh, how long?!!! How long have we been in this house “alone together?” Not since March 9, 2020 has anyone crossed our front door sill. Just us. Spraying the grocery bags with a bleach and water mix, and letting the bags sit for hours before we wash off each grocery item and storeContinue reading “Communication Triage”

Sex Is Good for Your Health

Do you want to: Enjoy exercising? Boost your immune system? Reduce your risk of heart disease? Reduce your risk of prostate cancer? Clear up your complexion? Lower your blood pressure…and more? Having sex on a regular basis just may be your answer! Sex therapist, Sandra L. Caron, Ph.D., a professor of family relations and humanContinue reading “Sex Is Good for Your Health”