On Being Normal

by: N. Jay Tow, LMHC  Board Certified Sexologist Have you ever wondered if you are normal?  Do you spend time comparing yourself to others?  It is not uncommon to have these thoughts because we tend to judge many things as being normal or not normal.  If people don’t perceive themselves as having “acceptable” thoughts, feelings, [...]

Surviving Child Sexual Abuse and Thriving

By: N. Jay Tow, LMHC Board Certified Sexologist Millions of adults in the United States were victims of some degree of sexual abuse when they were children. In most cases this abuse leaves its affects to a greater or lesser degree. The affect it has on people when they become adults is dependent on many [...]

Two Wolves Inside Us All

An old Cherokee told his grandson, “My son, there is a battle between two wolves inside us all. One is Evil. It is anger, jealousy, greed, resentment, inferiority, lies, & ego. The other is Good. It is joy, peace, love, hope, humility, kindness, empathy, & truth.” The boy thought about it, and asked, “Grandfather, which [...]

Rest In Peace My Best Friend

My best friend committed suicide this last week over a terrible addiction he could not beat. He knew of no other way out at the time. My girlfriend and I and 2 friends went to his house to pay our respects to his wife, 2 adult daughters, and 2 grand kids. His wife pulled me [...]

Getting Assistance from Anger Management Classes – A Wise Decision

Today, we are running through a very busy life and every step is so essential that a minor mistake may make us slip and fall. Our mind is full of stress. These stresses lead the way to our anger. When we are over-stressed, anger takes over us. Anger is the root for many mental depressions [...]