“If people do not believe that mathematics is simple, it is only because they do not realize how complicated life is.” ― John von Neumann Mr. Glover, my high school algebra teacher, who failed me, would be so proud. Despite my life-long adversarial relationship with math, I surprisingly rely on it to describe both healthy and […]
Read MoreThe Human Magnet Song. By Joanna Sternberg
The Human Magnet Song. By Joanna Sternberg http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OoOk3MrlHPA The Human Magnet Song. By Joanna Sternberg I felt your magnet pull me near as my whole body quaked with fear the minute I met you. Your human magnet had a force that I was blinded by. Of course now I must forget you. Chorus: This moment […]
Read MoreCovert Narcissists: Wolves in Sheep Clothing ( Closet Narcissists). Ross Rosenberg
Covert narcissists are masters of disguise – successful actors, humanitarians, politicians, clergy members, and even psychotherapists who are beloved and appreciated, but are secretly selfish, calculating, controlling, angry and vindictive. Covert narcissists create an illusion of selflessness while gaining from their elevated status. Although they share similar basic traits with the overt narcissist, i.e., the […]
Read MoreThe History of the Term, “Codependency”
The History of the Term, “Codependency” Ross Rosenberg, M.Ed., LCPC, CADC To quote William Shakespeare, “What’s in a name?” Well, Mr. Shakespeare, in the mental health field, quite a bit! Correctly labeling mental health disorders is powerfully important to the person in their pursuit of seeking help to overcome their problems. Even with the potential […]
Read MoreOn The Rob Carson Show – Washington DC – Mix 107.3 and 105.9 WMAL
On The Rob Carson Show- Washington DC – Mix 107.3 and 105.9 WMAL Interviewed on December 7th at 2pm CDT Rob Carson is a major market radio personality currently in Washington DC working at Mix 107.3 and 105.9 WMAL. Rob’s comedy has been heard nationally on America’s biggest radio networks and shows including the Rush LImbaugh […]
Read MoreOn TV Again! The Taylor Baldwin Show is on San Diego’s U-T TV Network
On TV Again! The Taylor Baldwin Show is on San Diego’s U-T TV Network I will be taping a 30 minute interview with Taylor Baldwin on December 13th. The Taylor Baldwin Show is on the U-T TV network, and my host has several health and beauty products on the market, and can be seen in […]
Read MoreCodependents Can be Manipulators. Categorizing Codependency – Active vs. Passive. Expert
A New Codependency Category: Active versus Passive Codependents. Codependency Sub-types Codependency is a problematic relationship orientation which involves the relinquishing of power and control to individuals who are either addicted or who have one of the three emotional manipulation personality disorders. In other words, codependents habitually find themselves in relationships with egotistic, self-centered, selfish, and/or […]
Read MoreShame Excavation: Unearthing Toxic Shame
Shame Excavation: Unearthing Toxic Shame Ross Rosenberg, M.Ed., LCPC, CADC “Like moss, shames grows in the dark. Vanquish it by bringing it into the light” Shame is inexorably tied to the question that many of us will eventually ask ourselves, “Are we a human doing or a human being?” In other words, is our value […]
Read MoreYour Halloween Costume May Reveal Your Shadow Side
This is a timely article by a Joyce Marter, a relationship expert. Spoiler Alert: I am the “friend/ colleague” Thanks Joyce for the unsolicited analysis. Beware, I might return the favor:) Your Halloween Costume May Reveal Your Shadow Side By JOYCE MARTER, LCPC “A man’s alter ego is nothing more than his favorite image of himself.” […]
Read MoreThe Trauma of Divorce: Healing & Empowering Strategies
The Trauma of Divorce: Healing & Empowering Strategies, an innovative training for mental health professionals The Trauma of Divorce: Healing & Empowering Strategies Michele Lowrance, national speaker and Judge, will be presenting her groundbreaking psychological observations and recommendations for mitigating the trauma of the divorce process, and the potential for parent-child alienation. Michele shares her […]
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