by Dr. John Townsend | Aug 26, 2020 | Boundaries, Current Events, Family
Dr. Townsend had the privilege of being interviewed for this informative and timely article by the New York Times. Article Excerpt: Be a conduit, not a lifeline … “When you feel overwhelmed, Dr. Townsend recommends that you create a list of all of your...
by Dr. John Townsend | Feb 22, 2020 | Boundaries, Communicating, Current Events, Education
The adult-parent and the adult-child generations are having struggles with each other: struggles in communication, in values and in just how to get along and care about each other. However, while the generations are different, they have much more in common than they...
by Dr. John Townsend | Feb 15, 2020 | Boundaries, Communicating, Emotions, Growth
All relationships take work, whether they are a marriage, a dating relationship, a family member, a business associate or a friend. But one of the most difficult situations is when someone breaks trust with us. It could involve lying, unfaithfulness or betrayal...
by Dr. John Townsend | Feb 8, 2020 | Boundaries, Communicating, Emotions, Growth, Leadership, Planning
It is just hard, hard, hard to be patient. It’s so easy to be frustrated and even jump the gun on situations that involve time, and ending up making poor decisions. But learning to be competent in the skill of patience is a secret that people who accomplish great...
by Dr. John Townsend | Feb 1, 2020 | Boundaries, Communicating, Growth, Planning
Have you ever had a task you felt you just had to finish or it would drive you crazy, and you ended up being late to a meeting as a result? It could be finishing a report, making a brief phone call that’s been on your to-do list for awhile, or cleaning up...
by Dr. John Townsend | Dec 20, 2019 | Boundaries, Current Events, Family, Growth, Planning
Christmas is a wonderful holiday, with family, friends, faith and great times all rolled up together. But it’s more likely than not that you are feeling pressured to get it all done, whatever you have determined “it all” is. You may also remember last Christmas, when...
