As Minnesotans, we are well versed in what winter brings us. The nights come earlier, and the mornings begin later. The days become colder and frigid, making it more difficult (or undesirable) to spend time outside in the fresh air. We know how to manage winters in Minnesota, yet this winter is different than others. This winter, […]
Holiday Coparenting in COVID – Minor Children & Adult Children – Video Presentation
Below are two presentations we did in partnership with Wayzata Community Education for parents of two household families. Presentation #1 is designed for families with children 18 and under. Presentation #2 is designed for families with households of adult children (dependents that are legal adults). Presentation #1 Presentation #2
Staying Connected in a Time of Social Distancing
A film of social awkwardness has appeared in our interactions with others, literally and figuratively shielding us by plexiglass. Our livelihood in the COVID era depends on us physically distancing from one another, but our ongoing relational needs depend on us being closely connected. Balancing physical and relational boundaries in an ordinary world takes understanding […]
Managing Uncertainty in this Shifting, Changing World
Our world has undoubtedly slowed down in the past two months as we shift into a life of managing and stabilizing within a pandemic. Our typical ways of working, schooling, and celebrating life have been forced to shift, compact, and twist about in a new fashion. We have entered into a place of recognizing the […]
5 Things I Learned About Cabin Fever From COVID-19
By Callie Albaugh, MA, LAMFT “All work and no play, makes Jack a dull boy.” After five weeks of isolating in quarantine, I’ve done my best to steer clear from becoming Jack Torrance from The Shining. Although, I must admit it hasn’t gone by without its moments of challenge. This so-called “Cabin Fever” is real, […]