Dr. Anthony Centore

* The ancient Israelites had a complex ritual for dealing with jealousy. Their detailed process (Numbers 5:11-31) recognized the destructive potential of a jealous husband or wife. The most important part was that they dealt with this issue before the Lord (Numbers 5:30).

The person who is struggling should be gently and consistently pointed to the love and sufficiency of Jesus Christ. In addition, offer encouragement that the person is willing to address this issue and look honestly at his/her own sin.

Be aware that the issue of resentment may also be a lack of forgiveness in which the person experienced hurt from another person and desires revenge. Listen to the core issue. Is it that the person is resentful toward what someone has done to him? Is it because someone else has achieved something that he has not?

Jealousy and envy are siblings, the perverse children of a toxic mix of anger, anxiety-based insecurity and an obsessive habit of comparing oneself (usually poorly) with others

* The Israel its, while not having an eating disorder, did experience a perspective disorder because of their focus on food. Their preoccupation with foods they did not have caused them to lose sight of God's miraculous and loving provision of manna.

Today, people may express their anger in ways that are different from those of the past. Some popular talk shows pull out the voyeurism in viewers and let them watch angry outbursts on TV. But isn't anger such a basic topic that we could leave it in our introductory counseling courses?

Think of the vast improvement of the gray box with a monitor over the typewriter. Consider the immense difference in the calculator functions of the computer versus the hand held devices of the past. With a modem, individuals can communicate personally and professionally with people literally all around the world.

There is a high probability that these couples will simultaneously exhibit trauma responses or reactivity when their soul wounds are re damaged. This reactivity can be acted out by explosive anger, stonewalling and withdrawing, or histrionic, overemotional displays.

Private practice is just not what it used to be! Yet, some practices seem to be doing just fine. Some are even flourishing in this environment. Is there a secret to their success? Not really, but there are some common characteristics that may help you survive the big squeeze. Here are 10 tips that may help you keep private practice alive.

So when two counselors fall in love, the stress can be intensified. However, we also know that a degree of similarity between partners helps cement a pre-marital relationship and fosters marital stability. So it makes sense that those of us who find our life passion in helping others would be attracted to others with the same longing.