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Making Wedding Anniversaries Meaningful

posted by admin in Advice, Marriage, Relationships, TV Segments on July 28, 2010

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 [...]

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Video Games and Your Relationship

posted by admin in Advice, Marriage, News on July 12, 2010

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 [...]

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Women, money, & relationships

posted by admin in Ask Julie, News, TV Segments on July 8, 2010

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 [...]

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Quoted in E! Online about spoiled kids

posted by admin in Advice, Ask Julie, Family, Parenting on June 4, 2010

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 [...]

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Boost Your Emotional Energy

posted by admin in Advice, Communication, Relationships, Self-care, TV Segments on June 2, 2010

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 [...]

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The Let Down: How To Deal With Disappointment From Your Children

posted by admin in Communication, Parenting, Relationships on June 1, 2010

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What to say when: Tips for surviving sticky social situations

posted by admin in Advice, Communication, TV Segments on March 8, 2010

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 [...]

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Find the voice to say “No”

posted by admin in Advice, Relationships, Self-care, TV Segments on February 23, 2010

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 [...]

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Handouts: Washington Terrace Burnout Workshop

posted by admin in Self-care on February 19, 2010

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 [...]

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RelationTIPS from Wasatch Family Therapy

posted by admin in Ask Julie, Counseling, News on February 17, 2010

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

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