Suicide (i.e., taking one's own life) is a serious public health problem that affects even young people. For youth between the ages of 10 and 24, suicide is the third leading cause of death. It results in approximately 4600 lives lost each year. The top three methods used in suicides of young people include firearm (45%), suffocation (40%), and poisoning (8%). Deaths from youth suicide are only part of the problem. More young people survive suicide attempts than actually die. A nationwide … [Read more...]
From Babies to Branding, What is ‘Resiliency’?
June 22, 2014 by
Resilience is generally thought of as a “positive adaptation” after a stressful or adverse situation. In other words, resilience is one’s ability to bounce back from a negative experience. The Children Institute explains that, “resilience research is focused on studying those who engage in life with hope and humor despite devastating losses.” Resilience is that ineffable quality that allows some people to be knocked down by life and come back stronger than ever. Rather than letting failure … [Read more...]
Spiritual Axiom – When ‘IT’ imbalances You, it usually is YOU!
December 9, 2011 by
"Spiritual Axiom" of WHEN 'IT' IMBALANCES YOU, 'IT'S' usually YOU!..... Spiritual Axiom Saturday morning my daughter and I headed out to the bank to try to get the last bit of evidence needed for immigration. I was pissed off before I even entered the bank because of what happened in the parking lot. When I parallel-parked I barely touched the car behind me with my bumper. We were parking on a strip that runs next to all the stores as you pull in, and this fucking … [Read more...]
Spiritual Axiom – When ‘IT’ imbalances You, it usually is YOU!
July 8, 2011 by
"Spiritual Axiom" of WHEN 'IT' IMBALANCES YOU, 'IT'S' usually YOU!..... Spiritual Axiom Saturday morning my daughter and I headed out to the bank to try to get the last bit of evidence needed for immigration. I was pissed off before I even entered the bank because of what happened in the parking lot. When I parallel-parked I barely touched the car behind me with my bumper. We were parking on a strip that runs next to all the stores as you pull in, and this fucking BITCH comes out … [Read more...]
