Karen Bogart, MS, LMHC

03/15/2022

(Or that I haven’t posted anything on this page in forever).
I hope everyone is practicing self-nurturing/self-care. 💜

You shouldn't feel guilty about doing any of the things listed.
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05/27/2019

Today is a day to remember Veterans who have been lost. They may have died in war or as a result of their service - be it illness or su***de. Please let’s prevent any more losses among those who return.

03/08/2019

March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month. Here's a song by the great Ray Charles that expresses some of the trouble that problem gambling creates. Whether it's cards, slots, lottery, sports, etc. gambling can be a serious problem.

Ray Charles-Blackjack

04/05/2018

Today is Golden Rule Day. It was started in Ethiopia calling on the nations of the world to practice and live by the teachings of the Golden Rule to make our world better and more peaceful for all. For more information and to sign the Charter for Compassion: https://www.goldenruleday.org/sign-the-pledge-petition-proclamation/

03/21/2018

March is Problem Gambling Awareness Month. This hidden addiction destroys many lives and nearly destroys many more. One myth about problem gamblers is that they are less intelligent than people who don't develop a gambling problem...

12/25/2016

Wishing everyone a Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, and Happy Kwanza From Me and Me-Yo. May this season of lights bring you peace and joy and enlightenment to brighten your path and that of those around you and may it continue into the new year.

11/04/2016

"Gratitude can transform common days into thanksgivings, turn routine jobs into joy, and change ordinary opportunities into blessings" - William Arthur Ward.
Today is the 3rd day of gratitude month. Please share 3 things for which you are grateful, or if you prefer share one of your favorite quotes on gratitude - or both :-)

11/03/2016

One challenge I have given to clients over the course of many years is to journal what they are grateful for. In November the challenge is to write as many things they are grateful for as the day of the month, using an original list each day. So on the first of the month we write one thing, on the second two and so forth until the 30th when we write 30 things that we want to give thanks for. I invite each of you to join me in this challenge.

11/02/2016

Today is the first day of November, the month of Thanksgiving. Research has demonstrated the benefit and power of gratitude. What's one thing you are particularly grateful for today?

06/14/2016

Good information on how to address children about the tragic events: http://www.dougy.org/grief-resources/talking-with-children-about-tragic-events/

Donna Schuurman, Ed.D, F.T. Senior Director of Advocacy & Training Executive Director Emeritus The Dougy Center for Grieving Children

06/14/2016

There is another service being offered this evening at 7pm. This one is organized by The Interfaith Council of Central Florida is organizing and hosted by First United Methodist Church of Orlando (142 East Jackson Street, Orlando, FL 32801). They report that the event will include participation by representatives of the Baha’i, Buddhist, Christian, Hindu, Humanist, Jewish, Muslim, Sikh and Unitarian Universalist traditions. “Orlando is a city of rich diversity,” says James Coffin, Executive Director of the Interfaith Council of Central Florida. “This service provides a venue where those reflecting that rich diversity can gather under one roof to reflect upon the tragedy we’ve collectively faced so we can find strength and inspiration as, together, we work to bring healing and wholeness to our community.” The public—whether of faith or no faith—is invited. For more information, phone 321-228-4599. Go to firstchurchorlando.org/location-and-parking/ for directions and parking information

Location We are located at 142 E. Jackson St. in Orlando, FL 32801. Entrance to the ministry center is available through the courtyard facing Magnolia Avenue or on Jackson Street. Entrance to the sanctuary is available through the courtyard, on Jackson Street and from inside the ministry center. Par...