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Dr. Michael J. Hurd's column, Life's a Beach! appears weekly in the Gannett publications, The Delaware Wave and the The Delaware Coast Press.  Both newspapers serve the busy Atlantic resorts of Coastal Delaware, including Rehoboth Beach, Lewes, Bethany Beach, Fenwick Island, and surrounding cities and towns, including Ocean City, MD.

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# Article Title Date
1 Rehab: An empty promise? Wednesday, 01 February 2012
2 Some minds are beyond help Wednesday, 25 January 2012
3 Does couples therapy work? Wednesday, 18 January 2012
4 Anorexia Causes and Cures Wednesday, 11 January 2012
5 Can There Be Too Many Presents? Wednesday, 04 January 2012
6 Stop Waiting and Help Yourself Wednesday, 28 December 2011
7 Be happy within your means Wednesday, 21 December 2011
8 Not everybody welcomes change Wednesday, 14 December 2011
9 Don’t Take It Personally! Wednesday, 07 December 2011
10 Is all fair in love? Wednesday, 30 November 2011
11 With Friends Like These… Wednesday, 16 November 2011
12 Finding fault in all the wrong places Wednesday, 09 November 2011
13 Are you modest, or arrogant? Wednesday, 02 November 2011
14 The Psychology of Disguise Wednesday, 26 October 2011
15 More about Pity and Contempt Wednesday, 19 October 2011
16 Look for Integrity First Wednesday, 12 October 2011
17 Avoid hypocrisy for positive change Wednesday, 05 October 2011
18 Does Pain Make Us Stronger? Wednesday, 28 September 2011
19 Achieve for your own sake Wednesday, 21 September 2011
20 Criminals are not “Regular Folk” Wednesday, 14 September 2011
21 How much is too much? Wednesday, 07 September 2011
22 Go all the way Wednesday, 31 August 2011
23 Top Ten Mistakes We Make Wednesday, 10 August 2011
24 Good therapy for your marriage Wednesday, 27 July 2011
25 Stuff happens Wednesday, 20 July 2011
26 Achieve your own happiness first Wednesday, 13 July 2011
27 The Dangers of Perfection Wednesday, 06 July 2011
28 The Fallacy of Sacrifice Wednesday, 29 June 2011
29 Be a “Child Whisperer" Wednesday, 22 June 2011
30 Do Kids and Divorce Mix? Wednesday, 15 June 2011
31 The Down-Side of Control Wednesday, 08 June 2011
32 Is It Love, or Respect? Wednesday, 01 June 2011
33 Drugs vs. Therapy: Which one works? Wednesday, 25 May 2011
34 Confronting death is difficult Wednesday, 18 May 2011
35 Let the Buyer Beware Wednesday, 11 May 2011
36 It doesn’t matter what others think Wednesday, 04 May 2011
37 You can’t be too perfect Wednesday, 27 April 2011
38 The Danger of Excessive Behaviors Wednesday, 20 April 2011
39 Do It For Yourself Wednesday, 13 April 2011
40 Make Your Second Career a Reality Wednesday, 06 April 2011
41 Lose the clutter! Wednesday, 30 March 2011
42 Change because you want to Wednesday, 23 March 2011
43 Pets are life’s little perks Wednesday, 16 March 2011
44 Figuring out your feelings Wednesday, 09 March 2011
45 Four Tips for Good Parenting Wednesday, 23 February 2011
46 Love, Marriage and Money Wednesday, 16 February 2011
47 Self-esteem must be earned Wednesday, 09 February 2011
48 When Self-Help Doesn’t Help Wednesday, 02 February 2011
49 When is a Lie Better than the Truth? Wednesday, 26 January 2011
50 Is It Fact or Fiction? Wednesday, 19 January 2011
51 Compelled to Control Wednesday, 12 January 2011
52 Is It Good to Feel Good? Wednesday, 05 January 2011
53 9 Ways to Keep your Resolutions Wednesday, 29 December 2010
54 Examine your priorities! Wednesday, 22 December 2010
55 Stress-Free Holidays Wednesday, 15 December 2010
56 Write It Down Wednesday, 08 December 2010
57 Control and Serenity Don’t Mix Wednesday, 24 November 2010
58 Reduce Stress by Resolving Contradictions Wednesday, 17 November 2010
59 Money and Marriage Wednesday, 10 November 2010
60 Outlook is More Important than Economics Wednesday, 03 November 2010
61 Look for Integrity First Wednesday, 27 October 2010
62 Pills can’t cure “Victim-Think” Wednesday, 13 October 2010
63 Your time belongs to you Wednesday, 06 October 2010
64 What’s Your Motivation? Wednesday, 29 September 2010
65 When is it OK to confront? Wednesday, 22 September 2010
66 Free Will is a Choice Wednesday, 15 September 2010
67 Smile for your Health Wednesday, 08 September 2010
68 Attract a healthy partner Wednesday, 01 September 2010
69 Beware the Rationalizations! Wednesday, 25 August 2010
70 Pity is Not Love! Wednesday, 18 August 2010
71 Marriage Alone isn’t Enough Wednesday, 11 August 2010
72 Nurture Your Own Sense of Self First Wednesday, 04 August 2010
73 Teens and self-respect Wednesday, 28 July 2010
74 Walk the Walk Wednesday, 21 July 2010
75 Work for yourself Wednesday, 14 July 2010
76 Loving life is Good for You Wednesday, 07 July 2010
77 What’s Past is Past Wednesday, 30 June 2010
78 Challenge your Fears Wednesday, 23 June 2010
79 The Heartbreak of Alzheimer’s Wednesday, 16 June 2010
80 Going outside your head Wednesday, 09 June 2010
81 Imaginative Overeating Wednesday, 02 June 2010
82 Rejection can be OK Wednesday, 26 May 2010
83 Fears Won't Kill You Wednesday, 19 May 2010
84 How good is "good enough?" Wednesday, 12 May 2010
85 Has your marriage gone stale? Wednesday, 28 April 2010
86 Is Life Unfair? Wednesday, 21 April 2010
87 The fallacy of “helping" Wednesday, 14 April 2010
88 Is Road Rage just bad manners? Wednesday, 07 April 2010
89 Should teens pay their own way? Wednesday, 31 March 2010
90 Pills aren’t the answer Wednesday, 24 March 2010
91 Six Steps to Coping Better Wednesday, 17 March 2010
92 Fattening Fixations Wednesday, 10 March 2010
93 6 Tips for Dealing with Teenagers Wednesday, 03 March 2010
94 Little White Lies Wednesday, 24 February 2010
95 In a panic over love Wednesday, 03 February 2010
96 Controlling Mothers and Other Lessons of Love Wednesday, 27 January 2010
97 "Seasonally Affective" Sadness Wednesday, 20 January 2010
98 Tasteless Obsessions Wednesday, 06 January 2010
99 Fail-Safe your New Year’s Resolutions Wednesday, 30 December 2009
100 Can the Internet Cure Loneliness? Wednesday, 23 December 2009
101 A Shortcut to Nowhere Wednesday, 16 December 2009
102 How to Avoid “Victim-Think” Wednesday, 09 December 2009
103 Diets don’t work Wednesday, 02 December 2009
104 Actions have consequences Wednesday, 25 November 2009
105 Controlling doesn’t work Wednesday, 18 November 2009
106 Self-Reliance Equals Self-Esteem Wednesday, 11 November 2009
107 Take Care of Yourself First Wednesday, 04 November 2009
108 Perk up your memory Wednesday, 28 October 2009
109 The Second Time Around Wednesday, 21 October 2009
110 What Therapy Isn’t Wednesday, 14 October 2009
111 The Antidote to Bitterness Wednesday, 07 October 2009
112 You Deserve Better! Wednesday, 23 September 2009
113 Finding fault in all the wrong places Wednesday, 16 September 2009
114 Something for Nothing Wednesday, 09 September 2009
115 Remember? Wednesday, 02 September 2009
116 Dealing with Job Loss Wednesday, 26 August 2009
117 Listen to yourself! Wednesday, 19 August 2009
118 Stay Connected Wednesday, 12 August 2009
119 Catching Up Wednesday, 05 August 2009
120 Feeling Sad Wednesday, 29 July 2009
121 Emotional Pollution Wednesday, 15 July 2009
122 Dealing with Obstruction Wednesday, 08 July 2009
123 Listen Up! Wednesday, 01 July 2009
124 The Antidote to Envy Wednesday, 24 June 2009
125 Do It Yourself Wednesday, 17 June 2009
126 Nag, Nag, Nag! Wednesday, 10 June 2009
127 Unhealthy Escapes Wednesday, 03 June 2009
128 Troubled Times Wednesday, 27 May 2009
129 Failure is Opportunity Wednesday, 20 May 2009
130 Imagination: Uniquely Human Wednesday, 13 May 2009
131 To Thine Own Self… Wednesday, 06 May 2009
132 Pay off your Sleep Debt! Wednesday, 29 April 2009
133 No Regrets Wednesday, 22 April 2009
134 Be successful, and still enjoy life Wednesday, 15 April 2009
135 Humor can be toxic Wednesday, 08 April 2009
136 Tips for raising emotionally healthy kids Wednesday, 01 April 2009
137 Choose to feel better Wednesday, 25 March 2009
138 Coping with elderly parents Wednesday, 18 March 2009
139 Negative people are toxic! Wednesday, 11 March 2009
140 Just do it! Wednesday, 04 March 2009
141 Avoid Arguments by Communicating Well Wednesday, 25 February 2009
142 Shame and Personal Responsibility Wednesday, 18 February 2009
143 Is it a reason—or an excuse? Wednesday, 11 February 2009
144 Coping With Change Wednesday, 04 February 2009
145 Don’t Mix Money with Friends Wednesday, 28 January 2009
146 Is "texting" an addiction? Wednesday, 21 January 2009
147 Is it Good to be Cynical? Wednesday, 14 January 2009
148 Success is More than Peas and Greens Wednesday, 07 January 2009
149 Is Arguing Healthy? Wednesday, 31 December 2008
150 Progress is a good thing! Wednesday, 24 December 2008
151 Beat shyness with an action plan Wednesday, 17 December 2008
152 Does Therapy Work? Wednesday, 10 December 2008
153 Small Town Syndrome Wednesday, 03 December 2008
154 Give thanks for the best of the human spirit Wednesday, 26 November 2008
155 Politics Got You Down? Wednesday, 19 November 2008
156 Challenge your Emotions Wednesday, 12 November 2008
157 Boo! Wednesday, 05 November 2008
158 Music hath charms… Wednesday, 29 October 2008
159 More on jealousy and cheating… Wednesday, 22 October 2008
160 Retirement isn’t “playing hooky.” Wednesday, 15 October 2008
161 What’s next after the kids move out? Wednesday, 08 October 2008
162 Why compromise? Wednesday, 01 October 2008
163 Who can you trust? Wednesday, 24 September 2008
164 Say no to bullies! Wednesday, 10 September 2008
165 Decide for Yourself Wednesday, 03 September 2008
166 Learn to let go Wednesday, 27 August 2008
167 Treat yourself to an apology Wednesday, 20 August 2008
168 May I Suggest…? Wednesday, 13 August 2008
169 Resolve Conflict by Changing Perspective Wednesday, 06 August 2008
170 Beware of “Vacation Syndrome!” Wednesday, 30 July 2008
171 How much is your time worth? Wednesday, 23 July 2008
172 Depressed? Turn off TV news! Wednesday, 16 July 2008
173 Can “closure” end the pain? Wednesday, 09 July 2008
174 Don't Take It Personally! Wednesday, 02 July 2008
175 Are you a Child Whisperer? Wednesday, 25 June 2008
176 A little respect can help get things done Wednesday, 18 June 2008
177 Who are we to judge? Wednesday, 11 June 2008
178 How to handle an obnoxious person Wednesday, 04 June 2008
179 Is your college kid an adult? Wednesday, 28 May 2008
180 Replace Labels with a Healthy Outlook Wednesday, 21 May 2008
181 Twelve Steps to Less Stress Wednesday, 14 May 2008
182 Do friendships last forever? Wednesday, 07 May 2008
183 Can multitasking work? Wednesday, 30 April 2008
184 Your "inner voice" could be wrong Wednesday, 23 April 2008
185 Share your dollars with sense Wednesday, 16 April 2008
186 What you feel may not be real! Wednesday, 09 April 2008
187 You can learn to be helpless Wednesday, 02 April 2008
188 Age gracefully by thinking young Wednesday, 26 March 2008
189 Grief and guilt are not the same thing Wednesday, 19 March 2008
190 Why bother with manners, anyway? Wednesday, 12 March 2008
191 Learning to confront can improve your mental health Wednesday, 05 March 2008
192 Are you SURE you want to be "normal"? Wednesday, 27 February 2008
193 Match aging parents' anxiety with your strength Wednesday, 20 February 2008
194 Care enough to have an opinion Wednesday, 13 February 2008
195 Can "single think" become "couple think"? Wednesday, 30 January 2008
196 The art (and science) of disagreement Wednesday, 23 January 2008
197 Kids need happy parents Wednesday, 16 January 2008
198 Should you listen to the voices in your head? Wednesday, 09 January 2008
199 Are you a helper, or an enabler? Wednesday, 02 January 2008
200 Is there such a thing as too many presents? Wednesday, 26 December 2007
201 Avoiding family conflict during the holidays Wednesday, 19 December 2007
202 Is it healthy to strive for perfection? Wednesday, 12 December 2007
203 Please pardon the interruption, but-- Wednesday, 05 December 2007
204 Choose to enjoy the holidays--stress-free Wednesday, 28 November 2007
205 What is "Neurotic"? Wednesday, 21 November 2007
206 Can you assert yourself and be truthful at the same time? Wednesday, 14 November 2007
207 How important is it to have "the perfect child"? Wednesday, 07 November 2007
208 Stressed? Take a deep breath--but don't forget to think Wednesday, 31 October 2007
209 Do you know why you do the things you do? Wednesday, 24 October 2007
210 How does it feel to be invisible? Wednesday, 17 October 2007
211 Transition isn't failure, if it makes you happy Wednesday, 10 October 2007
212 Opinions based only on emotions are meaningless Wednesday, 03 October 2007
213 Happiness should be the rule, not the exception Wednesday, 26 September 2007
214 A child's gratitude and respect is the reward for good parenting Wednesday, 19 September 2007
215 Maybe you're not so crazy after all! Wednesday, 12 September 2007
216 Be proud of yourself for a job well done! Wednesday, 05 September 2007
217 Effective parenting involves more than just the warm fuzzies Wednesday, 29 August 2007
218 Crowds got you down? Adjust your attitude with this mid-summer pick-me-up Wednesday, 22 August 2007
219 Is it "selfish" to want a true friendship? Wednesday, 15 August 2007
220 Understanding, patience and reality: good medicine for elderly parents Wednesday, 08 August 2007
221 Taking responsibility for obnoxious behavior Wednesday, 01 August 2007
222 Rationalization is NOT an aerobic exercise! Wednesday, 25 July 2007
223 Being contrary is no "short-cut" to self-esteem Wednesday, 18 July 2007
224 Loving and caring are not excuses to interfere Wednesday, 11 July 2007
225 Respect and admiration: Keys to a healthy romantic relationship Wednesday, 04 July 2007
226 Romantic happiness trumps all--no matter how old you are Wednesday, 27 June 2007
227 Criticism can be helpful IF your self-esteem is in good working order. Wednesday, 20 June 2007
228 Build self-esteem by encouraging kids to "go for it" Wednesday, 13 June 2007
229 Curiosity, fantasy and imagination: Uniquely human, and absolutely necessary. Wednesday, 06 June 2007
230 "What, me worry?" Excellent advice for good mental health Wednesday, 30 May 2007
231 Reasoning based on emotion is the trademark of a closed mind. Wednesday, 23 May 2007
232 Getting rid of "stinkin thinkin" can help reduce your stress Wednesday, 16 May 2007
233 Mistaken assumptions can make a breakup even more painful Wednesday, 09 May 2007
234 The Virginia Tech massacre: Some criminal minds are beyond help Wednesday, 02 May 2007
235 Respect is the key to being a first-class neighbor Wednesday, 25 April 2007
236 Psychological labeling can do more harm than good Wednesday, 18 April 2007
237 It's true: The best revenge is living well Wednesday, 11 April 2007
238 A kid's allowance can be effective training for later life Wednesday, 04 April 2007
239 Are you--or somebody you love--overly sensitive? Wednesday, 28 March 2007
240 Sometimes you're the windshield; sometimes you're the bug Wednesday, 21 March 2007
241 Take back control of your life! Try turning off your cell phone Wednesday, 14 March 2007
242 Is "unconditional love" really what you want? Wednesday, 07 March 2007
243 Defend your personal space--even at the beach! Wednesday, 28 February 2007
244 Need to change? Do it for yourself and nobody else Wednesday, 21 February 2007
245 There's no denying the fact that "stuff happens" Wednesday, 14 February 2007
246 Can excessive behaviors lead to dangerous addictions? Wednesday, 07 February 2007
247 Don't let guilt play a part in major life decisions Wednesday, 31 January 2007
248 Confronting the death of a friend or loved one can be difficult Wednesday, 24 January 2007
249 First impressions can sometimes be superficial--and wrong Wednesday, 17 January 2007
250 Dusting your stuff can be good for what ails you Wednesday, 10 January 2007
251 Good Luck! Wednesday, 03 January 2007
252 Losing the clutter can be good for your mental health! Wednesday, 27 December 2006
253 Can Internet dating be successful (and safe)? Wednesday, 20 December 2006
254 Treating dollars with sense Wednesday, 13 December 2006
255 Talking too much can have deep-seated roots Wednesday, 06 December 2006
256 "Magical Thinking" can only lead to disappointment Wednesday, 29 November 2006
257 Give thanks for the best of the human spirit Wednesday, 22 November 2006
258 Setting your priorities is essential for good mental health Wednesday, 15 November 2006
259 "Owning" your true feelings in the face of confrontation Wednesday, 08 November 2006
260 Does it really matter what other people think? Wednesday, 01 November 2006
261 True hypocrisy is a stressful, full-time job Wednesday, 25 October 2006
262 Objective facts and self-esteem are the enemies of gossip Wednesday, 18 October 2006
263 Are you an outlaw? Resort living takes a special kind of person Wednesday, 11 October 2006
264 What you feel is what you want Wednesday, 04 October 2006
265 Cheapness is often about fear and control Wednesday, 27 September 2006
266 What's the best way to console a grieving friend? Wednesday, 20 September 2006
267 Bad moods might not be so bad after all Wednesday, 13 September 2006
268 A happy life can be a risky business Wednesday, 06 September 2006
269 Your time is valuable--spend it wisely Wednesday, 30 August 2006
270 Parents' attitudes can help kids survive a divorce Wednesday, 23 August 2006
271 A pet's love is a first-rate Rx for health and happiness Wednesday, 16 August 2006
272 Is it mentally healthy to love your stuff? Wednesday, 09 August 2006
273 Perk up your memory with some simple techniques Wednesday, 02 August 2006
274 Beware of the dangers of "Vacation Syndrome!" Wednesday, 26 July 2006
275 The magic and mystery of our nighttime flights of fantasy Wednesday, 19 July 2006
276 Road rage: a disease, or just really bad manners? Wednesday, 12 July 2006
277 Laughter really is the best medicine! Wednesday, 05 July 2006
278 What's next after the kids move out? Wednesday, 28 June 2006
279 No Regrets: A great prescription for good mental health Wednesday, 21 June 2006
280 Face the fear of flying by learning to "let go" Wednesday, 14 June 2006
281 A psychological look at "idol" worship Wednesday, 07 June 2006
282 Reality is the healthiest diet! Wednesday, 31 May 2006
283 Retirement shouldn't feel like playing hooky Wednesday, 24 May 2006
284 Does spanking a child really work? Wednesday, 17 May 2006
285 What's wrong with spanking a child? Wednesday, 10 May 2006
286 Superstition is no substitute for reality Wednesday, 03 May 2006
287 Controlling makes it "all about you" Wednesday, 26 April 2006
288 When is a lie better than the truth? Wednesday, 19 April 2006
289 Like anything worth having, self-esteem must be earned Wednesday, 12 April 2006
290 Lying is hazardous to your mental health Wednesday, 05 April 2006
291 Do obsessions get in the way of your life? Wednesday, 29 March 2006
292 Don't let your problems get you down! Wednesday, 22 March 2006
293 Twelve Easy Steps to Less Stress Wednesday, 15 March 2006
294 Are you happy? Wednesday, 08 March 2006
295 Ten tips for raising emotionally healthy kids Wednesday, 01 March 2006
296 Always acting on your feelings can be hazardous to your health! Wednesday, 22 February 2006
297 Exercising your choices can broaden your horizons! Wednesday, 15 February 2006
298 Your time is your own! Treat it that way Wednesday, 08 February 2006
299 Smiling: the science of feeling good about life Wednesday, 01 February 2006
300 Resort living takes a special kind of person! Wednesday, 25 January 2006
301 Resolving contradictions can lower your stress Wednesday, 18 January 2006
302 Sometimes anger isn't what it appears to be! Wednesday, 11 January 2006
303 Nine tips to help you keep promises to yourself Wednesday, 04 January 2006
304 Fail-safe your New Year's resolutions with bite size goals Wednesday, 28 December 2005
305 Marital quarrels around the holidays can be avoided Wednesday, 21 December 2005
306 Overcome your or your loved one's shyness with an action plan Wednesday, 14 December 2005
307 Holiday gift giving doesn't have to be a chore! Wednesday, 30 November 2005
308 You don't have to give in to bullies! Wednesday, 23 November 2005
309 The keys to aging gracefully: Think Young! Wednesday, 16 November 2005
310 Pills alone are not the cure for depression Wednesday, 09 November 2005
311 What's so bad about being selfish? Wednesday, 02 November 2005
312 Good communication skills help avoid arguments Wednesday, 26 October 2005
313 Feeling guilty? Question your assumptions! Wednesday, 19 October 2005
314 Considering the facts can help reduce your fears Wednesday, 12 October 2005
315 Want to take back control of your life? Try turning off your cell phone Wednesday, 28 September 2005
316 Replace control with accountability, and boost your psychological health Wednesday, 21 September 2005
317 Challenging faulty emotions can make you happy and healthy Wednesday, 14 September 2005
318 With a positive attitude, you can turn loss into opportunity! Wednesday, 07 September 2005
319 You can be successful, and still enjoy life's everyday pleasures Wednesday, 31 August 2005
320 Is Vacation Syndrome a Sign of Too Much Stress? Wednesday, 24 August 2005
321 Back-to-School is an Opportunity for a Healthy Outlook Wednesday, 17 August 2005
322 Loving life is good for your mental health! Wednesday, 10 August 2005
323 Treating dollars with sense Wednesday, 03 August 2005
324 Keeping weight off after dieting is the real challenge! Wednesday, 27 July 2005
325 Tips on Coping with Changes in Your Life Wednesday, 20 July 2005
326 What's Your Hurry? Wednesday, 13 July 2005
327 Don't Take It Personally! Wednesday, 06 July 2005
328 Got Beach Slump? Wednesday, 29 June 2005
 

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