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

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