Suicide Alternatives

Suicide Alternatives

Just a few weeks ago, the beloved Chris Cornell, world renowned voice of the 90’s grunge movement committed suicide. I was crushed as my own life flashed before my eyes. In 2008, I left my I.D. and wallet at my family’s home while I walked 5 miles through fields and woodlands and climbed the north end of a Western European castle, walking on the ledge at its highest point contemplating the step off. In 2007, I ran out into a busy intersection in NYC wishing to get hit by the oncoming bus. Going…continue reading →
Relaxing With a Drink During Pregnancy?

Relaxing With a Drink During Pregnancy?

Pregnancy is such a special time for parents. As a daddy, I can’t even begin to imagine exactly what my wife was experiencing. I do know that the abundance of amazement, wonder and fragility involved often sent us into a whole other dimension. Being a first time parent, the unknown was something I couldn’t even begin to fathom. Taking it as it came was the only way for me to go through the process. My wife and I participated in a parent readiness group where we were guided through the process. It was…continue reading →
2017 and YOU KNOW IT: How to ACTUALLY Do What You Already Know

2017 and YOU KNOW IT: How to ACTUALLY Do What You Already Know

It’s ten days into the new year and I’ve caught myself saying “I know that” more times than I’d actually like to admit. It happens all the time, at times, almost inevitably. Do you catch yourself saying it, either to yourself, your family, coworkers, to your friends or likely all of them? “I know that.” At one point I was quite the snot nosed kid. I spent the majority of my life in my own little world. Regardless of what anyone said, I always “knew”that. Many times I did, but the proof was…continue reading →