by Dr. Daniel A. Franz | Sep 16, 2018 | Depression, Grief, Marriage, Meaning, Mental Health, Parenting
…until it is destroying your home. Small dragons that sit on tables become gigantic dragons that destroy homes. That is the crux of Jack Kent’s children’s story. But it has very real meaning in the adult world: Daily drinking can become...
by Dr. Daniel A. Franz | Sep 10, 2018 | Meaning, Mental Health
So live your life that the fear of death can never enter your heart. Trouble no one about their religion; respect others in their view, and demand that they respect yours. Love your life, perfect your life, beautify all things in your life. Seek to make your life long...
by Dr. Daniel A. Franz | Sep 2, 2018 | Meaning, Mental Health, Personal Growth, Work / Career
Today we honor the American labor movement, and the American laborer for all they have added to the “strength, prosperity, laws, and well-being of the country.” Hopefully, you are able to take some time away from labor to enjoy meaningful fun, hobby, or...
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...
by Dr. Daniel A. Franz | Aug 13, 2018 | Meaning, Mental Health, Substance Abuse, Wellness
I don’t often share personal stories about myself. As a psychotherapist, I received some pretty strict training on the appropriate use of self-disclosure as a therapeutic tool, and I’ve found over time that less is more when trying to help people through...
by Dr. Daniel A. Franz | Jul 29, 2018 | Affair Recovery, Marriage, Meaning, Parenting, Relationships, Work / Career
“Today, individuals are adept at making their demands on life and getting what they want, carelessly overlooking their human kinship and the bond that ties them together in needing one another and being needed.” “They slide from...
