Hoover & Associates Blog
Nature as Healer
By Don Kronenberg, MSW, LCSW Print – Nature as Healer “I go to nature to be soothed and healed, and to have my senses put in tune once more” – John Burroughs As a boy I recall always being outside, from dawn till dusk, playing in empty fields, swinging from a tree, picking up snakes or […]
Cultivating Confidence and Strong Self-Esteem
By Joan French LCPC NCC Merriam-Webster online defines self-esteem as, “a feeling of having respect for yourself and your abilities; a confidence and satisfaction with oneself.” I defer to this definition. I’m sure most of us are pretty familiar with what this is. But how do we feel content with ourselves? Here are five tips […]
Tips to Avoid Overeating
By Dr. Marlin Hoover After all the recent holiday indulgences and Valentine’s sweets, it’s time to get back on track with healthy, nutritious, satisfying, and more forgiving choices. Moderation is the key when it comes to special treats! If you’re struggling with overeating, help is available. “Overeating carries health risks, but there’s help available.” I […]
Getting Happy – What happiness research can tell us
What Positive Psychology and researchers found about happiness is very interesting. In this blog post I would like to highlight some of the major findings.