Seeking Shalom

Writings about Life Transitions or Phase of Life Issues

Blog entries related to life transitions or phase of life issues.

Teenagers and Young Adult ADHD and Substance Misuse – How to Intervene

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Teenagers and young grownups with ADHD can confront numerous difficulties when they first venture out from home, however, once-living autonomously, what can parents do if they suspect substance misuse or addiction? People with Attention Deficit-Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), particularly if not adequately treated, can encounter a scope of troubles. Parents can be happy when they discover … Read more

This is NOT a Second Honeymoon: Communication for the Future is Still Needed

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This article is extracted from “This is NOT a Second Honeymoon: Helping Couples Survive Spending A Lot of Time Together”, a book that was written by Christopher L. Smith to help couples during the COVID-19 pandemic. In his clinical work, he realized that couples being quarantined together have particular challenges. The book goes into a … Read more

This is NOT a Second Honeymoon: Set Limits to Conversations (especially if challenging)

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This article is extracted from “This is NOT a Second Honeymoon: Helping Couples Survive Spending A Lot of Time Together”, a book that was written by Christopher L. Smith to help couples during the COVID-19 pandemic. In his clinical work, he realized that couples being quarantined together have particular challenges. The book goes into a … Read more

This is NOT a Second Honeymoon: Settle Things and Leave Them Settled (or carefully reopen acknowledging that are doing this)

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This article is extracted from “This is NOT a Second Honeymoon: Helping Couples Survive Spending A Lot of Time Together”, a book that was written by Christopher L. Smith to help couples during the COVID-19 pandemic. In his clinical work, he realized that couples being quarantined together have particular challenges. The book goes into a … Read more

This is NOT a Second Honeymoon: Use Time to Talk Through and Share What You Normally Can’t

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This article is extracted from “This is NOT a Second Honeymoon: Helping Couples Survive Spending A Lot of Time Together”, a book that was written by Christopher L. Smith to help couples during the COVID-19 pandemic. In his clinical work, he realized that couples being quarantined together have particular challenges. The book goes into a … Read more

This is NOT a Second Honeymoon: Don’t Relitigate Old Arguments or Past Offenses Just Because You are Together

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This article is extracted from “This is NOT a Second Honeymoon: Helping Couples Survive Spending A Lot of Time Together”, a book that was written by Christopher L. Smith to help couples during the COVID-19 pandemic. In his clinical work, he realized that couples being quarantined together have particular challenges. The book goes into a … Read more