When making a decision is so hard to do . . .
Bootiful Season
The fall season stirs up creative critters and #theartofhomemaking makes a debut. Expect conservative considerations of modern homemaking married to the psychology of space in this podcast. Find it on Spotify.
Snail Face
Beauty in the form of a pill, packet, or snail face lotion might be fun to laugh about unless you think you are on candid camera.
Good Enough & Grateful
After I took a minute to cool my mitts, I came back and apologized.
I WANT TO KNOW *W*H*Y*
A normal question to bring to counseling is, why . . . Yet, this question may need to be sidelined for a period of time.
Trash Talk
Trash talk might be something represented in our society as good and potentially positive in terms of competition. But we know it can be damaging in relationships . . . so how do we step out of it? This exercise is for children aged 3-10.
From the Summer of 2020 – 2022
inviting, refreshing, inspiring
Apples of Gold
An Ageless Interpersonal Communication Plan Feel free to download this visual guide for more healthy, positive conversations. The steps are explained more fully below and are designed to be win-win. Say what you see This observation technique is a Montessori-style method of teaching. Observation juxtaposed to judgment conveys: I see you; I understand you; you’re …
Embracing Wonder
Life with my little girl is rich, full, and filled with wonder.
Celebrating 1 Year!
It’s been one year since Joyful Journeys Counseling opened an office for services. This year, Joyful Journeys provided over 150 hours of affordable counseling, opened an Etsy shop with handcrafted art, and collaborated in a community fair.