True love: How to find your soul mate
On the matter of true love, is there one soul mate out there destined for you, and if so, how do you find them? The truth is, no one really knows. There are as many …
Family values: the need to begin with the end in mind
Family values have taken a back seat in our culture, so I suggest that you begin with the end in mind. Based on where people spend their time and energy, it’s clear that we are …
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Stop anxiously and negatively judging today’s youth
It’s high time we do a reality check and stop judging this new generation of youth so harshly. Four areas most under scrutiny are the gradually increasing age of first marriages, the effect of living …
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A summer camp where girls can soar
by Tim Jordan, MD When I told people I was about to embark on a one week summer camp for grade school and middle school girls, I heard the usual litany of dire predictions about overwhelming …
Mindfulness Tools to Prevent Stress and Anxiety
A new study on the positive effects of mindfulness education in school reminded me that practicing these tools at home can prevent stress and anxiety. These calming lessons done in the classroom helped students focus and …
College Admissions Cheating Scandal is a Symptom of a Deeper Problem
The college admissions cheating scandal, called Operation Varsity Blues, resulted in the indictment of 50 people, but this is just a symptom of a more far-reaching systemic problem. Parents, teachers, schools, and colleges have been …
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The Best Prescription for Stress and Depression: Laughter
Does laughter really reduce stress and depression and make us happier and healthier?Some researchers say that the definitive research into the potential health benefits of laughter just hasn’t been done. Yet, there have been many studies …
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WHY you go to College is Absolutely Critical for Success
WHY you go to college is far more important than where you go, despite cultural conditioning to the contrary. I’ve learned to ask high school girls what their plans are for after high school, and …
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Mr. Rogers and Handling Bullying
Fred Rogers, AKA Mr. Rogers, was bullied growing up. He described himself as a sickly, chubby boy. Peers called him Fat Freddy, and he struggled to fit in. His parents were very overprotective, especially because …
Spank your Child and Ruin their Life
I can’t believe that the majority of parents in the USA still advocate spanking. Why do people think it’s okay to hit a kid but it’s not alright to hit your spouse, unfair boss, irritating …
Recipe for Failure: Focus on Grades and Giving Kids a Leg Up
Focusing on things like grades, winning, and giving your kid a leg up is a surefire recipe for failure and unhappy, discontented kids. Too many parents are being driven by the mantra of giving their …
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Best New Year’s Resolution for 2019: Get More Angry!
My suggestion for your primary new year’s resolution is to get angry, really angry. Your feelings of anger are there for protection and direction. In this blog, I will explain how to use it to …
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The Best Present Contains Memories and Love
The best present ideas are personalized gifts that contain memories and love. Let me share with you a gift I gave to my three adult children last holiday season. I started a journal for each …
5 key questions every young adult should ask to ensure success
Young adults who are confused and stressed about creating a successful life need to interview every adult they meet and ask them five key questions for both encouragement and perspective. The holiday season is upon …
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Best antidote for the holiday blues? An attitude of gratitude
There is no better antidote for the holiday blues than gratitude. Thankfulness raises your spirits because you cannot be in a state of anxiety, worry, or anger at the same time you are experiencing gratitude; …
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The Top 9 Reasons Adolescent Girls are so Stressed Out
In this podcast, Dr. Jordan will discuss the top 9 reasons causing such high levels of stress in adolescent girls and what girls need to prevent and handle it. DR. JORDAN’S NEW BOOK, Letters From …
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Do Video Games Cause Aggression?
Do Video Games Cause Aggression? 97% of boys and 75% of girls play video games despite new evidence that video games are associated with increases in aggressive behavior over time. Listen to this podcast for ideas …
What would Jesus do? Finding models
When it comes to finding good models, a better question than “What would Jesus do?” is this: “What DID Jesus do?” Actions are more powerful than words or ideals. Truth be told, I included Jesus …
Anger management 2.0 for children
If you have an intense, strong-minded child, you might need help in teaching them tools for anger management. I use the metaphor of boiling water to help kids become aware of their angry or frustrated …
Malala and John McCain: the real heroes
We have a distorted view of who are the heroes among us. When people think about heroes, they often start with sports figures like Tom Brady or Lebron James. But I don’t consider super star …