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Winners Anonymous: Breaking Our Addiction to the Extraordinary
I have a confession: I sometimes regret adding the “Dr.” to my web presence. I sometimes cringe when I see...
It Takes Two to Tango (But It Only Takes One to Love)
For most couples, conflict involves a gradual—or not so gradual—escalation of hostilities. But there is another way to dance through...
Why Good Enough Love is Better Than Amazing Love
On Valentines's Day, we aspire to make love look amazing. But an enduring love must be rooted in the midst...
Parenthood is for Losers
"Why can't they all just get along?!" It's every parent's lament. Siblings who won't quit fighting can put tremendous stress upon...
Why "Messy" Could Be the Best Word to Live By This Year
Last year, I traded in a New Year’s Resolution for a word. The word was “risky.” I wanted to take...
One Word That Will Transform Your Year
When a New Year's Resolution is forsaken, we throw the failure upon the tall pile of disappointment in our hearts...
The Surprising Secret to Discovering Your True Self
I want to tell you the secret to discovering your true self. Here it is: there is no secret. Because...
The 5 Things We're All Fighting for in Marriage
My son was two years old when he became terrified of bees. We were at a neighborhood playground when he...
The Forgotten (But Essential) Foundation of a Powerful Marriage
As a marital therapist, I’ve watched beautifully-communicated and perfectly organized divorces, and I’ve watched the gutsiest and sloppiest marital healing....
What Santa's Demise Can Teach Us About Doubt and Wonder
For children, the magic of Christmas Eve isn’t found in certainty about Christmas morning gifts. The magic of Christmas Eve...
A List of Those Responsible for the Sandy Hook Massacre
Republicans. And Democrats. Progressives. And Conservatives. Christians. And Jews. And Muslims and Hindus and atheists. NRA members. And peaceniks. Americans....
Why Broken Lampshades Are the Best Gift This Holiday Season
Lampshades can emit tremendous beauty. Even broken ones. Maybe we’re all like broken lampshades, and maybe we don’t need to wait...
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In his debut novel, Kelly weaves a page-turning, plot-twisting tale that explores the spiritual depths of identity and relationships, amidst themes of healing, grace, faith, forgiveness, and freedom.
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Dr. Kelly Flanagan is a psychologist, author, consultant, and speaker who enjoys walking with people through the three essentials of a truly satisfying life: worthiness, belonging, and purpose. His blog writings have been featured in Reader’s Digest, The Huffington Post, The 5 Love Languages, and the TODAY Show. Kelly is the author of Loveable and True Companions.
