by Dr. Daniel A. Franz | Jan 6, 2019 | Anxiety, Depression, Mental Health, Wellness
With the holidays behind us and a full week of the new year already passed, we are entering into what can be a very difficult time for many people. “Post-holiday blues” set in. Days continue to be short, cold, and dark. Our bodies naturally want to...
by Dr. Daniel A. Franz | Dec 16, 2018 | Anxiety, Depression, Meaning
During this time of year, many cultures, religions, and individuals are celebrating, or anticipating the celebration of, joyful holidays. It is also a time of year that many people find most stressful, overwhelming, anxious, and possibly even sad, for a variety of...
by Dr. Daniel A. Franz | Dec 2, 2018 | Anxiety, Depression, Mental Health
It’s that time of year where we all might feel a little down – maybe a little sluggish or depressed. It’s the time of year where many people feel SAD – Seasonal Affective Disorder. There are quite a few ways to experience SAD – and even...
by Dr. Daniel A. Franz | Nov 12, 2018 | Anxiety, Depression, Meaning, Mental Health, Personal Growth, Relationships
At least once each week, often more, I come across a distraught individual who bemoans the fact that they just can’t find happiness. You may have heard me say this before – or even read it here, but life is NOT about finding happiness. I guess you...
by Dr. Daniel A. Franz | Oct 15, 2018 | Anxiety, Depression, Meaning, Mental Health, PTSD, Wellness
As a social scientist, I am trained to be skeptical; to be a critical consumer of research. As a Licensed Clinical Addictions Counselor, I’m extra skeptical of most substances – I do quite a lot of research before I recommend people put anything into their...
by Dr. Daniel A. Franz | Aug 19, 2018 | Affair Recovery, Anxiety, Depression, Marriage, Meaning, Mental Health, Personal Growth, Relationships
There seems to be an apocalyptic event every few years, if you’re in to the whole comic book / superhero thing. There is a giant “RESET” button when things start to get too complicated. If you’ve watched the most recent addition to the Marvel...
