by Dr Aletta | Dec 19, 2008 | Self-Esteem
An intriguingly dark, 21st century perspective on one of my favorite holiday films. I always wondered why Mr. Potter got away with his evil crime.Wonderful? Sorry, George, It's a Pitiful, Dreadful LifeAn Excerpt: "Lots of people love this movie of... by Dr Aletta | Dec 17, 2008 | Self-Esteem
Beat the Holiday or Financial Blues:9 Tips for Making Yourself Happier in the Next 30 MinutesAn excerpt: Maybe you’re feeling down because of the financial crisis. Maybe you’re feeling overwhelmed by holiday tasks. Maybe you’re rushing around to try to get things done... by Dr Aletta | Dec 16, 2008 | Self-Esteem
My first guest blog, Great Expectations, was posted today on PsychCentral! Excerpt: "While I’m happy that the election turned out the way it did, I worry about all that’s expected of our new president-elect…it got me thinking about the rest of... 
by Dr Aletta | Dec 10, 2008 | Mental Health
A friend of mine called from Miami. A Buffalo transplant, she was homesick which put her in a cranky mood. (Yes, you can be homesick for Buffalo.) She asked what the weather was like "up there". Honestly, I said, I couldn't remember when I saw the sun... 
by Dr Aletta | Dec 7, 2008 | Inspiration, Mindfulness
Those of you who know me know I try to practice and encourage Mindfulness, the exercise of allowing ourselves to fully be in the moment. A Thich Nhat Hanh book for the novice lead me to the joy of embracing those everyday tasks that make up so much of life, like...
