By Rev. Roy G. Gomez The definition of Religious and Spiritual Abuse. Religious abuse refers to abuse administered under the guise (concealing the true nature of something) of religion including harassment or humiliation, possibly resulting in psychological trauma. Religious abuse may Continue Reading →
By Marisol Lucio Why did I choose this topic? Though I am not currently married, nor have I ever been, I felt drawn to write on this subject considering that it hits very close to home – with my mom. Continue Reading →
By Linda Martinez Women with no self-respect and no self-love, see themselves as unworthy of anything good in their lives. They accept mistreatment, abuse, and rejection as a normality. They are accustomed to being treated as worthless, therefore many believe Continue Reading →
Here is a guaranteed formula on how to become a consistently angry person. Be picky and finicky. Take pride in being a perfectionist. Some of the angriest people in the world are perfectionists. After all, what thing is there that Continue Reading →
As a counselor, I have worked with many couples in my 28 years in this ministry. One thing I have learned that is the source of many conflicts between them is the mistaken idea of what they believe love means. Continue Reading →
The Classic Problem: Julie and Tony have been having many arguments concerning the children. Julie insists that Tony must spend more time with the children. Tony argues that he spends as much time with them as he is able, seeing Continue Reading →
Counseling is about hearing the words of a person, and deciphering what they mean, so that the counselor may then use his or her own words to give instruction to that person on how to resolve their concerns. Words are Continue Reading →
Conflict is best resolved when two persons are able to communicate their separate concerns and together are able to reach compromises which work in the favor of the relationship. The question is, “Do I want to win, or do I Continue Reading →
What are the Different Types of Financial Problems? The inability (normally due to a lack of knowledge) to manage one’s finances in a manner adequately enough to sustain a moderate lifestyle for the people involved. The compulsion to misuse one’s Continue Reading →
What are the Different Types of Sex Issues? The inability to perform, and/or discomfort. Emotional trauma resulting from sexual activity. The unwillingness to participate. The use of sex as a weapon. When is it okay to not have sex? Is Continue Reading →
What is Forgiveness? Type A – This is where you decide in your mind that you have forgiven someone else for what they have done to you. This is only a mental assertion, and not an action. There is no reaction Continue Reading →
What is Depression? Physiological Depression – Said to be caused without any external trigger whatsoever. Every facet of our behavior is controlled by the balance of chemicals and hormones present in our body. Any deviations in the normal levels of Continue Reading →