I work with a lot of couples and have discovered that disharmony can sneak up on couples. The most common kind of disharmony that catches couples by surprise is that created by values. It is easy to forget that we each have our own cultural values, which may differ from our partner’s even if we…

I’m always surprised by how many parents feel guilty any time they do something for themselves. This guilt creates a self-care deficit that robs parents of vital energy and patience. Ironically, energy and patience are two of the most important things for giving our children what they need. It is easier to have patience and…

Summertime weather in Japan is oppressive, and coping with the heat and humidity can take a psychological and emotional toll because extra energy is needed to get through the day. To make life during summer even more draining, many Japanese companies increase production expectations, which results in more required overtime. For college students, this is…