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There is Still Time to Make the Most of 2018
There is Still Time to Make the Most of 2018
The last day of 2018 is upon us and many collectively question “where did the year go?” Before replacing the old calendar on the wall, take a few minutes to... Read more...
Due Diligence Before Saying "I Do"
Love is not enough. Many couples believe that love is the primary factor that prepares you for marriage. Nothing could be farther from the truth. Love is the outcome of a good relationship, which develops over time. Love should not be confused with the intense thoughts, emotions and physiological reactions during the initial phase of relationships. These experiences are chemically induced, not sustainable and ultimately not indicators that you have found your life partner. During this initial romance phase, you and your partner are putting your best foot forward and... Read more...
How to be Assertive
By Jessie Moniz Hardy - Royal Gazette Published Aug 13, 2013 at 8:00 am (Updated Aug 12, 2013 at 7:25 pm) Psychotherapist Lorrie Peniston: Will teach an assertiveness workshop Got something important to tell the boss, but you just don’t know how to say it? Maybe you want an increase in salary or want to raise a touchy subject. Get some pointers on being assertive at the upcoming Bermuda Professional Women’s Association (BPWA) Power Breakfast with guest speaker psychologist Lorrie Peniston. The theme of the breakfast will be assertive communication... Read more...
Are you ready for a relationship?
As a psychotherapist and relationship expert, I have worked with hundreds of people who are looking for a healthy relationship or navigating through the end of the relationship trying to understand how to get it right the next time.  The mantra, “You have to love yourself before you can find a loving and healthy relationship,” is a common one; however, the pathway to do this is ill-defined. There is not a ‘one size fits all’ for how to build self-respect, confidence and love for self.  But the following ten factors... Read more...