it is fascinating to me why so many of us desire connections with past generations and wish to identify our place in the web of life.  During the last decade or so there has been a growing interest in families seeking information about their ancestors.   Widespread attention to such services as ancestory.com and 23andMe attests to the fact that there is increasing popularity among people in creating their own family tree.  With computer access to records, more and more individuals find it possible to research their forbearers.

In the second of this two-part post, find more book selections and ideas from the New Hope Staff.

Maybe there has been an issue you and your family have struggled with for some time, or an area of interest that you wish to increase your understanding. Over the next two months the staff at New Hope has decided to provide a list of books that we have found helpful and that some of our clients have used and recommended.

There are often a mix of experiences at family holiday gatherings that bring excitement, joy, frustration, stress, and sometimes downright fear. We are all learning that we cannot control others’ words or actions and that we can only make our own choices to determine how we engage and respond.

Do you want to stay motivated to workout, eat healthily and stay on top of your fitness goals even during the dark, cold holiday months? Consistent exercise has been proven to be beneficial in decreasing symptoms of depression and other mental health disorders. In addition, with seasonal depression in full effect during Winter’s short days and limited sunlight, continuing to be active can be one way to focus on taking care of your mental health.

I could only pick one piece of candy, so I HAD to make sure I chose the RIGHT piece. I probably spent 10 minutes trying to make a selection. The decision had me frozen. Years later I remember the pressure I felt choosing a piece of candy, yet I cannot recall what piece of candy I picked.

Marla Tognoli joins New Hope Counseling Center