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Practicing Mindfulness and Teaching Your Dog to Pay Attention by Dorice Stancher, MBA, CPDT-KA
Would you believe that dogs don’t transfer behaviors from one place to another? You’ve probably noticed that your dog is perfect inside...


Toxic Positivity: Don't Always Look on the Bright Side by Konstantin Lukin, Ph.D.
In the age of social media, we constantly see our friends and family posting about “having a positive attitude” or “having a positive...


Mom Talk: Wouldn't You Rather Talk Than Fight? Presented by Fern Weis,Parent + Family Recovery Coach
*FREE Event Tuesday, August 20, 2019 10am - 11am Yin and Yang Mom Center 4 Wilsey Square, Suite 9 (2nd Floor), Ridgewood, NJ 07450 Is...


I’ve Got The Answer! Now, What Was The Question? By Randi Levin, CPC, Life Transition Coach
And they lived happily ever after. The end. Once upon a time… Why do we so often start in reverse when approaching new situations?...


5 Signs That You'e Too Stressed Out At Work by Konstantin Lukin, Ph.D.
Lots of people complain of feeling over-stressed at work. Most jobs these days require a high degree of responsibility and therefore...


Removing The Stigma From Couples Therapy by Konstantin Lukin, Ph.D.
There's an unfortunate stigma attached to the idea of couples therapy (and therapy in general for that matter) that turns many people...


How to Stay Healthy on Vacation by Stacy Geant Hughes
I recently traveled with my 12 year old son to Florida. When we planned our trip, he was mostly excited to get some good key lime pie and...


Mindfulness: The Three Skills You Need to Do It Right by Konstantin Lukin, Ph.D.
The term “mindfulness” has received a great deal of attention in recent years. Many people compare it to meditation, while others explain...


The Grass Is Not Greener on the Other Side by Fern Weis, Parent + Family Recovery Coach
I had the dog out in the yard the other day. For some reason she doesn't like to pee in the yard, so we've been spending a lot of time...


Retail Therapy: Merits, Drawbacks, And Practical Alternatives by Konstantin Lukin, Ph.D.
We hear the phrase “retail therapy” thrown around a lot these days. People think it’s a legitimate way to respond to depression, stress,...


Wabi-Sabi and Your Home by Laurence Carr, Interior Designer
Coming off of the heels of heavily utilized design trends like Maximalism and Mid-Century Modern, where inferior reproductions flow...


Debunking These Common Sunscreen Myths
Just like that, we're about to say hello to the summer season once again! In a previous post on Bergen County Moms, we talked about...


Why Can't I Stop Worrying? By Konstantin Lukin, Ph.D.
“Pure O” Some people just think... and think... and think things over (and over) again. That’s what we would call an “intrusive thought,”...


10 Empowering Things to Do This Summer by Randi Levin, CPC, Life Transition Coach
Think summer is just for vacation and being outdoors? Nope. It is the IDEAL time to invest in the power of the unknown and in next steps...


TeleHealth, Social Skills, and the Future of Psychotherapy by Konstantin Lukin, Ph.D.
In the near future, it is very possible that most psychotherapy appointments will be held with two people sitting in their respective...


FAQs For A Holistic Designer by Laurence Carr, Interior Designer
As a pioneer in the field of holistic design, I frequently find myself surrounded by curious minds. Followers, readers, potential...


Understanding Panic Attacks: 6 Symptoms To Recognize by Dr. Andrea Tesher
The words “panic” or “panic attack” are so often used, but what do they really mean? Many of us understand, and are aware of, the feeling...


The Design Industry's Role in Preserving Our Blue Planet by Laurence Carr, Interior Designer
For those who have traversed beaches in the past ten years, it is impossible to deny the impact human behavior is having on our blue...


The 7 Cs of Family Recovery: Support for Families Affected by Addiction *FREE Event*
Monday, June 10th 7pm - 8pm Vista Natural Wellness Center | 191 Ramapo Valley Road | Oakland, NJ 07436 (Conveniently located less than 5...


FREE Yoga + Nutrition Workshop at Crunch Fitness on June 7th
Join us for a free yoga and nutrition workshop at Crunch Fitness in Midland Park, NJ on Friday June 7th. Yoga by Regina Wackerman (RYT...
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