Being Present

Being Present

By Erin K. Robison, M.Ed., LPC Last week I had dinner with a new friend. At one point, I noticed an attractive couple enter the restaurant and then disappear from view. As my friend, Reagan, and I were standing up to leave an hour later, the same couple walked up and...
Are You a Distracted Eater?

Are You a Distracted Eater?

When I was growing up, my parents had a firm rule. No television or reading at the table. I can’t remember how many times I tried to get around this rule but my folks were adamant. We were going to have meals together and we were going to be present while doing it....