Making Wedding Anniversaries Meaningful
MAKING WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES MEANINGFUL – on KSL TV’s Studio 5 Self and Relationship Expert Julie Hanks, LCSW, Owner and Director of Wasatch Family Therapy, shares tips for making wedding anniversaries meaningful. More couples “tie the knot” during the summer months which means more couples are also celebrating wedding anniversaries at this time of year. Taking [...]
Read moreVideo Games and Your Relationship
Me? Quoted on a gaming website? I guess it makes sense given it’s an article about relationships and gaming. Video games aren’t just for kids anymore! Time spent using technology, including video game obsession, is a common issue in serious relationships. Here’s what I have to say on what’s really going on for the woman [...]
Read moreWomen, money, & relationships
INITIATIVE SEEKS WOMEN TO WORK OUT FINANCES PUBLICLY Amanda Dixon interviewed me for a story about KSL’s campaign to help women become more financially empowered. You can apply for a “financial makeover” at imagineahappieryou.com for the next 2 days! Here’s today’s news segment… Video Courtesy of KSL.com Read the web article online HERE Feel free [...]
Read moreQuoted in E! Online about spoiled kids
I responded to a reported request yesterday for an “expert” to comment on spoiled kids. When I got the questions it was about Suri Cruise’s being seen, at age 4 using an iPad and my comments ended up on E! Online article “She Has an iPad – So is Suri Cruise Spoiled?” Kinda fun. Read [...]
Read moreBoost Your Emotional Energy
Boost Your Emotional Energy Do you wish that you had more energy? I do. I often look at my three year old who jumps out of bed with boundless energy, excited to face the adventure of the day, with envy. Unlike my three-year-old daughter, who has relatively few worries and concerns, I have many potential [...]
Read moreThe Let Down: How To Deal With Disappointment From Your Children
The-Let-DownWWMayJune2010-1
Read moreWhat to say when: Tips for surviving sticky social situations
If you ever find yourself at a loss for words in awkward social situations watch this segment. Here are some helpful phrases to add to your relationship repertoire! Sticky Social Situation Example Try Saying This You’re asked to do something you don’t want to do and it’s hard to say “no”. An extended family [...]
Read moreFind the voice to say “No”
I recently surveyed more than 600 Utah women and found that 60 percent say they take on more commitments than they can handle, and 68 percent reported they don’t say “no” when asked to do something they don’t want to do. There are so many demands on your time and energy that saying “no” is [...]
Read moreHandouts: Washington Terrace Burnout Workshop
Thank You Presenting this workshop is a way to remind myself to place my oxygen mask on first, then assist others. I sure enjoyed your participation tonight and learned a lot from our candid discussion and your excellent comments! My thoughts and prayers are with you as I know that many of you are grieving the loss of a [...]
Read moreRelationTIPS from Wasatch Family Therapy
Here’s what’s happening at my therapy clinic and enjoy feature articles “Honoring the Child Within” and “Creating a Space For You” (using design psychology). Read our Feb. Newsletter
Read more