Do you have a friend that seems to do everything right the first time? He can fix a car, a plastic toy that his kid broke, program iPhone games in his sleep, and play just about every instrument possible? Perhaps your friend is also an excellent husband who is always … Read More
Emotional Eating
Anxiety, loneliness, boredom, and anger are emotions we all experience throughout life. Food won’t fix any of these feelings—it may comfort for the short term, distract from the pain, or even numb you into a “food hangover”. But food won’t solve the problem, if anything, eating for an emotional … Read More
Computer and Video Games
Are you familiar with the term “Massive Multiplayer Online Role Playing Games (MMORPG’s) or First Person Shooter (FPS)? Maybe you are too familiar with these terms. Have you let your work performance or school performance slip in the last few months? Is all that you think about, when you are … Read More
Intuitive Eating
According to Evelyn Tribole and Elyse Resch, co-authors of Intuitive Eating, intuitive eating is defined as listening to your inner hunger signals, eating whenever you choose without experiencing guilt or an ethical dilemma. Principle 1: Reject the Diet Mentality Dieting damages your body and mind. It is linked with … Read More
Video Game Addiction
Are you concerned about the amount of time your child/teen/spouse is spending in front of the computer or Play Station or X-Box 360? How much time is too much time playing games? What are some symptoms of game addiction? Your loved one spends most non-school/work hours on the computer … Read More
February was “Love Your Body Month”!!
Consider these 10 “Will-Powers” for Improving Body Image. Taking care of your body and doing things you enjoy will enable you to enjoy a happy, participatory life. 1. Twice a day, everyday, I will ask myself: “Am I benefiting from focusing on what I believe are the flaws in … Read More
Leadership Tips for the New Business Owner
Dr. Dickinson is Interviewed for Yahoo! Associated Content…check it out HERE
Social Networking
Social networking sites and blogs can make an impact on your current or potential job. The best advice one can heed is, err on the side of caution. If you would not want your mother to read or see what is on your Facebook account, then it would probably be … Read More
The Perfect Resume
Whenever a friend, client, or family member asks me to look at their resume, the phrase, “I want it to be perfect” always appears in their plea for help. The is just a little problem; there is no PERFECT resume. This troubling fact is what keeps at least 3 “evolving” … Read More
The Art of Procrastination
Have you ever said to yourself “I’ll get to that later?” Does that make you a procrastinator? Not necessarily. We all find ourselves putting things off from time to time, however, when it becomes habitual, then yes, the shoe will fit. So, you may ask “how do I quit procrastinating?” … Read More