Category Archives: A better life
These posts revolve around things that help anyone to have a better life. They don’t just pertain to folks in the Traverse City area or those seeking counseling, instead, they seek to help those inside and outside of the Traverse City area that want to learn to help families beyond just counseling.
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Nine ways to get better sleep
Posted on February 1, 2013 by sanokcounseling in A better life, Family Stuff, Joe's Blog, Parenting9 ways to get better sleep Sleep is when our brains organize what has happened. Most adults need at least 7 hours of sleep. People/kids in school need 8-10 hours to appropriately categorize what they have learned. Less sleep = More anxiety/depression/academic failure Don’t have a TV in your bedroom, [...]
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2013 goals
Posted on December 26, 2012 by sanokcounseling in A better life, Family Stuff, Joe's BlogNow that Christmas is behind us, 2013 goals are here. Maybe this will help you reach those goals this year. Whether it is to be a better parent, help your kids, improve your marriage, exercise more, or just create a better you…this should help! Print the 2013 Goal Planner Mental Wellness | Why you [...]
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How to get through the holidays
Posted on December 6, 2012 by sanokcounseling in A better life, Family Stuff, Joe's BlogStep 001: know what you want and what makes you happy Step 002: tell yourself that no matter what happens, you are going to do your best Step 003: prepare your family as best as you can. Step 004: do your best to be happier, more helpful, and a better [...]
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Three things anyone can do to prevent suicide
Posted on August 30, 2012 by sanokcounseling in A better life, Family Stuff, Joe's BlogAppearing in the Record Eagle on 9-8-12 In 9th grade, the school counselor brought me and several other students into her office. She informed us that a peer had committed suicide. Later, the entire school was informed. It is devastating to get that type of news. Every 15 minutes another family, friend, and [...]
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The Cancer Effect
Posted on August 30, 2012 by sanokcounseling in A better life, Couples and Relationships, Family Stuff, Joe's BlogIn July I was diagnosed with thyroid cancer. Fairly soon I will be having a bunch of additional tests and have a treatment plan. I will soon have my thyroid removed, have a scar on my neck, and be on medicine for the rest of my life. I feel too young for all of this. [...]
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Helicopter Parents Gone Wild
Posted on July 25, 2012 by sanokcounseling in A better life, Family Stuff, Joe's Blog, ParentingA “helicopter parent” is a parent who hovers over their child, waiting to catch them before they skin their knee. “Helicopter Parents” schedule, plan, and create a world for their children. They are usually highly involved and deep down want the best for their kids. They are often high achievers or wish they had been [...]
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Mental Wellness: Opposite-sex friends
Posted on July 16, 2012 by sanokcounseling in A better life, Couples and Relationships, Joe's BlogOriginally featured in the Record Eagle July 14, 2012. Available at: http://record-eagle.com/features/x748660390/Mental-Wellness-Opposite-sex-friends I have seen many a friendship and marriage fail because of opposite gender friends. What happens when you have a great opposite gender friend and you get married? What about friends that you make after marriage that are opposite of your gender? A marriage [...]
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Mental Wellness: More than beauty rest
Posted on July 16, 2012 by sanokcounseling in A better life, Family Stuff, Joe's BlogOriginally appeared in the Record Eagle, April 21, 2012 available at: http://record-eagle.com/bodysoul/x1350020161/Mental-Wellness-More-than-beauty-rest/print My grandma had a sleep mask. You know the kind that blocks out light? Hers was pink. I always thought it looked stupid. Then my wife gave me one last December, except mine is brown and black. When I got it, I thought, [...]
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When an escalator is not just an escalator
Posted on June 14, 2012 by sanokcounseling in A better life, Joe's Blog, ParentingI was at a conference today in Traverse City and the facilitator showed this video. I absolutely love it. For one, it is funny. But It also makes several points that I think are worth noting. The facilitator discussed the mentalities that many of us have: Victim vs. Creator. When a stimulus happens and [...]
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15 things I learned while in the hospital
Posted on May 15, 2012 by sanokcounseling in A better life, Family Stuff, Joe's BlogI haven’t told everyone, but I have told a lot of people, my daughter was recently in the hospital for a week. It was something fairly severe and we’re now in recovery mode. Here are some things that I wrote down the night that her surgery was over and [...]
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Mental Wellness: Build time to slow down
Posted on April 23, 2012 by sanokcounseling in A better life, Joe's BlogOriginally published at http://record-eagle.com/features/x239062040/Mental-Wellness-Build-time-to-slow-down by Joseph R. Sanok I can’t slow down. I need this article more than anyone. I have a baby, house, job, private practice ” the list goes on and on. I bet your list is similar. There is always a reason why I can’t slow down. I [...]
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Friends and Crisis: Dos and Don’ts
Posted on April 20, 2012 by sanokcounseling in A better life, Couples and Relationships, Joe's BlogYou never really appreciate a life of normality until crisis hits. Our family has been through a number of things lately: a death, a major medical issue, and close friends having their own crisis. It is amazing how it seems that high profile events bring out people’s true social skills. I learned through experience what [...]
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Money, Couples, and Mayo
Posted on April 19, 2012 by sanokcounseling in A better life, Couples and Relationships, Joe's BlogIt all started when we were shopping for mayonnaise. I mean, we didn’t go to the store just for mayo, it’s not like we have an all mayo diet, but it is now known as the “Mayo Incident.” I would say that it started years before that incident, but it was the catalyst. We [...]
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Three Tips to Relax More as a Parent
Posted on April 19, 2012 by sanokcounseling in A better life, Joe's Blog, ParentingHow’s it going friend? I hope that your day is going fabulous! Also, thank you in advance for passing this on to one friend, I’m sure you know a parent that can grow with you, so thanks for helping your friends through this newsletter. Today’s newsletter is going to be a shorter letter with a [...]
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Blah in our Brains
Posted on April 19, 2012 by sanokcounseling in A better life, Joe's Blog, ParentingAsk Joe Think “Dear Abby” for a new generation. Each newsletter I will select one or more questions to answer. So if you have a parenting or mental wellness question, please send it my way. I’m sure others have the same question and could benefit. sanokcounseling@gmail.com Dear Joe, What are [...]
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Four Parenting Tips
Posted on April 19, 2012 by sanokcounseling in A better life, Family Stuff, Joe's Blog, ParentingFour Parenting Tips Parenting can be so complex, here are some quick tips to get you going: 1. Start observing: When you review your child’s behavior, what do you see, hear, and observe. What is your starting point? Once you establish the description of behavior, it will be easier [...]
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