If you've ever flown, you’ve likely experienced it. It can happen on any flight. Turbulence is the shaking of the plane due to air pressure or weather conditions outside. The aircraft might shake a bit, or rock about in jolts, strong enough to knock a person over. But what happens when you experience emotional turbulence?

[ pərˈspektiv (n.): a particular attitude toward or way of regarding something; a point of view. ]

I’ve begun to notice some conversational patterns that emerge in therapy. One such pattern is the conversation that arises over the idea of a person’s perspective.

Karen Huckaby, MA, AMFT shares 11 fun activities to keep your family entertained this summer.

For me, there are things in life that feel like second nature to me, but are so dang SLOW.

Like this - writing always feels second nature, but it takes time. I don't want things to take time! Other things I love: journaling, cooking, meditating, drawing, reading... these are all wonderfully healthy things that I love to do, but they are slower in nature. And honestly, because I know they take time, I often ditch that time for something quicker, and not as fulfilling.

Feeling overworked, burnt-out, anxious, worried, or disconnected? 

Life in the digital age can be pretty great. Our electronic devices provide convenience, connection, and excitement. But sometimes the always-on, always-connected lifestyle of the 21st century can be draining. 

Stacey B. Thacker, MA, LMFT shares ways to use music to alter your mood. This video is especially helpful for those in addiction recovery.

When we think of parenting our children, I think the last word anyone would ever use to describe this enormous endeavor is “easy”. Children don’t come with an instruction manual but do seem to come with a lot more attitude and audacity than we did… because we were all perfect little angels when we were children, right? They just don’t make them like they used to… or should I say, “we” don’t make them like they used to.

Want to improve your listening skills? Karen Huckaby, MA, AMFT shares 4 tips to help you be a better listener.

Stacey B. Thacker, MA, LMFT, Co-Founder of Lifestyle Transformation shares the importance of mindful eating.

Karen Huckaby, MA, AMFT shares 4 ways to boost your mental health.