First Step Consultation – Brian Farr M.S. in Ed., C.A.S.A.C.

The winter weather this year has been perfect for a condition on houses commonly referred to as “ice damming”.  This occurs when the warmest part of a roof “near the top,” warms the snow enough for melting to occur. The melted water than flows down the roof under the remaining snow until it meets a […]

I have always loved the snow, and the effects that snow can have on our regular schedules.  Lately I have been reminded of the excitement and endless possibilities that always came with hearing that school had been cancelled due to a snowstorm when I was young.  For me, the day off meant spending time with my father […]

   It’s not always easy or comfortable to walk through the memories of the past, especially if bullying is part of your life story.  I think many people want to “move past it,” or “get over it,” and simply keep moving forward without feeling the old pain.  Many self help philosophies encourage this when it […]

  Last week I challenged everyone to be mindful of your language and of the language around you.  I hope that you did.  And I hope that you took the time to get honest about the messages you are giving and receiving each day.  Today I want to go even further and ask you a […]

“Hello.”  “Good Morning.”  “Thank You.” “I’m sorry.”  These words are small, but they are powerful.  They set a tone.  They acknowledge a person, or a situation, or a standard of kindness, communication, and a type of humanity that is tremendously important.  Sticks and stones may break our bones, but words can make or break our […]