by Dr. Daniel A. Franz | May 6, 2019 | Affair Recovery, Marriage, Meaning, Mental Health, Parenting, Personal Growth
“If architects want to strengthen a decrepit arch, they increase the load which is laid upon it, for thereby the parts are joined more firmly together. So if therapists wish to foster their patients’ mental health, they should not be afraid to create a sound...
by Dr. Daniel A. Franz | Apr 21, 2019 | Marriage, Meaning, Mental Health, Parenting, Relationships, Uncategorized
“Do you believe there is “The One” for everyone, that we have a soul-mate?” That was right after he asked me, “Do you believe in Fate or Luck?” Definitely some thought-provoking questions. In terms of compatibility, NO, I...
by Dr. Daniel A. Franz | Apr 15, 2019 | Anxiety, Depression, Management, Marriage, Mental Health, Parenting, Personal Growth, Relationships
This could also be called “what to say when you don’t know what to say”. Often, I find it is the most to know what to say when the stakes are highest, the most meaningful. It’s often hard to know what to say to encourage or console someone who...
by Dr. Daniel A. Franz | Mar 17, 2019 | Affair Recovery, Marriage, Meaning, Mental Health, Parenting, Relationships
…of Communication – in any relationship – but especially in a committed relationship… Is LISTENING. Although it is easy to write, it is pretty difficult for many of us to do. For us Extroverts it is very hard to have the patience to wait for...
by Dr. Daniel A. Franz | Mar 10, 2019 | Anxiety, Depression, Marriage, Mental Health, Military Service, Parenting, Personal Growth, Relationships
I’m just not feeling “it” today. In fact, I’m feeling pretty low. Maybe it’s the weather, or possibly giving up that hour of sleep last night, after staying up a little too late to finish that Netflix series. It could be a little...
by Dr. Daniel A. Franz | Feb 24, 2019 | Mental Health, Parenting, Personal Growth, Relationships
Really, this is good info for any parent, or someone who knows a parent. These are my notes from a presentation to a group of Dads at a Daddy-Daughter Dance last weekend. I hope you find them helpful. “The world promises you comfort, but you were not made for...