Written by Kristin Barton Cuthriell, M.Ed., MSW, LCSW Several years ago, I attended a marriage workshop along with my husband. This was not the first one that I had ever attended, nor will it be the last. These workshops not only provide me information and tools that help me … [Read more...]
This, Too, Shall Pass
Written by Kristin Barton Cuthriell, M.Ed., MSW, LCSW Riding the Wave of Emotion Who said that we are to be happy all the time? We all have rough days. Days when we wake up on the wrong side of the bed. Days when we would rather not get out of bed. Days when one thing after … [Read more...]
Teaching Children to be Grateful
Written by Kristin Barton Cuthriell, M.Ed., MSW, LCSW As we express our gratitude, we must never forget that the highest appreciation is not to utter words, but to live by them. -John F. Kennedy My children were taught at a very young age to say thank you and no thank you. When … [Read more...]
Relationships: Connecting the Past with the Present
Written by Kristin Barton Cuthriell, M.Ed, MSW, LCSW Be mindful and aware of what is really happening in the present. Painful feelings stemming from past emotional wounds have a way of resurfacing in our present day relationships. Although this concept is nothing new, many … [Read more...]
9 Ways to Tell Your Children That You Love Them
Written by Kristin Barton Cuthriell, M.Ed, MSW, LCSW As I have said before, I often remind myself of healthy practices as I write. Today is no different, as I embark on a journey to remember and practice what I already know. Yes, I am guilty of not always practicing what I … [Read more...]