Resources - December 2003
Welcome to the First Issue of Resources for Life, Love and Relationships
After more than twenty five years working as a Psychologist and fifteen as a Professional Member of the National Speakers Association, I have been privileged to see many people turn their lives around because they were able to gain insight into their defensive patterns; adopt new strategies for resolving problems and communicate more effectively and be create more positive energy for themselves and people they cared about.
One of my talks is on "Being the Person You'd Really Like to Be" and "Having the Relationships You'd Really Like to Have." When I was twenty-one, I believed I was really grown up. However, when I was twenty five, I realized how immature I had been at twenty-one. By my thirtieth birthday, twenty five seemed immature and so it went on. By age forty, I knew I never wanted to be finally grown up but wanted to continue to grow my whole life. Just in case you are wondering: am I now the person I would really like to be? No, I'm not as my daughters will readily affirm. My life is a work in progress...
The purpose of this monthly ezine is to bring you a variety of articles and resources focusing on solution oriented approaches to problem solving; practical ways to develop new social and emotional skills; innovative ideas to increase self esteem and ways you can resolve conflicts and relate more effectively at home and at work. There will be regular features on the interface of mind and body and the roles of nutrition and exercise in maintaining optimum mood, weight and physical health. I will also include articles by authors such as Dr. Elayne Savage and Dr. Linda Myers as well as reader feedback and a problem page.
Remember, your life, health and relationships rarely stay the same: they are improving or deteriorating. To maintain improvement sometimes all that is needed, is more inspiration, information or motivation.
My wish is that in each issue, you will find information and ideas that will help you "Be the Person You'd Really Like to Be" and "Have the Relationships You'd Really Like to Have." If you don't find what you need, please let me know. Your input is appreciated. I wish you an peaceful, safe and satisfying holidays and a healthy, productive New Year. Sylvia Mills, Ph.D.
Write a personal note of appreciation to someone you care about.