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April 30, 2009

Comment on “FYI: What to Look For: Signs of Youth and Pornography”

I wonder if you have ever been a teenager yourself? Do you really think that...

April 30, 2009

Comment on “Is occasional masturbation by a married person OK?”

Great post. I believe that regardless of what your specific beliefs on masturbation may be,...

April 29, 2009

Is occasional masturbation by a married person OK?

"1-It has addictive qualities. 2-The thoughts and fantasies that go along with masturbation can be...

April 28, 2009

What should I do when my spouse is ok with drinking alcohol and I am not?

When one spouse does not follow the Word of Wisdom but is not being irresponsible...

April 27, 2009

Comment on “What about Masturbation?”

You have a very thoughtful and informative blog. I thought your comment about a "negative...

April 26, 2009

FYI: Kissing is Good for your Health

There are studies that report kissing being healthy for our health - increasing blood flow,...

April 23, 2009

FYI: What to Look For: Signs of Youth and Pornography

Here are some "red flags" that could be indicative that your youth is looking at...

April 20, 2009

What do we do when we feel like our bishop is not addressing our needs appropriately?

I am aware of examples where members go to the bishop with an issue, but...

April 20, 2009

Resources regarding homosexuality and Mormonism

I've been so impressed with this blog. I've enjoyed the articles I've read so far....

April 20, 2009

How do you find “A Parent’s Guide”?

Thank you so much for your well-informed and thoughtful response! (What is an appropriate way...

April 17, 2009

What is an appropriate way to handle toddler masturbation?

I really appreciate your blog. It is thought provoking and insightful. Thank you for providing...

April 17, 2009

Article on bridging the clergy, counseling gap

A step in the right direction?newsnet.byu.edu you for sharing this article. When people run into...

April 16, 2009

How does one gain confidence and understanding of our church’s doctrine regarding gays?

I am so glad I stumbled upon this blog. Great work you are doing here....

April 16, 2009

Comments on “Defining Pornography”

This struck home for me (Further comments on "How would you define pornography?"). I am...

April 15, 2009

Commentary on “Your Spouse No Longer Wants You to Wear Garments”

I am by no means a qualified therapist but I have noticed an underlying and...

April 14, 2009

What do you do when your spouse no longer wants you to wear garments?

My sister's husband was excommunicated and dislikes her wearing her garments as he considers them...

April 14, 2009

Further Comments on “How would you define Pornography?”

In thinking more about my answer to this question, I want to make it very...

April 10, 2009

FYI: Research on How to Feel and Be Happy

The following excerpts are taken from How to Hold on to Feeling & Being Happy:...

April 09, 2009

What about a discussion relevent to singles – 30 and up?

In discussions involving pornography/masturbation, please don't forget the singles in the Church, as singles 30...

April 09, 2009

How do I go about finding a therapist for my husband?

I came across your blog today and thought you might be able to help me....

April 08, 2009

How would you define pornography?

Are the magazines Sports Illustrated Swim Edition and Maxim considered porn? How would you define...

April 08, 2009

Commentary: Get help for pornography use!

Telling people to avoid pornography is almost useless. Church leaders have been doing this for...

April 07, 2009

FYI: Conflict Resolution

Recently as I found myself in a waiting room I came across the following articles...

April 07, 2009

What about masturbation?

What I'd like to know is why masturbation is never mentioned anymore. I believe it's...

April 07, 2009

Response to “Opinion for My husband is homosexual.”

I appreciate the honesty and opinions. The shutting out occurred primarily as a result of...

April 06, 2009

Commentary on “Women and Pornography”

I received several interesting and useful comments regarding women watching pornography and how this is...

April 06, 2009

Opinion for “My husband is homosexual.”

At the risk of sticking my nose where it doesn't belong, I would venture that...

April 03, 2009

Women Using Pornography

For over ten years now, I've operated internet resources for Latter-day Saints who struggle with...

April 02, 2009

What should I do? My husband is homosexual – part 2.

He talked with the Bishop several years ago. He also continued therapy and then quit...

April 01, 2009

FYI: Research on Happiness includes Counting Blessings

I love it when I find research that corroborates gospel teachings. These are quotes I'm...