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Dr. Dale Atkins

Dr. Dale Atkins

Embracing Kindness in a World of Uncertainty: Reflections from a Heartfelt Gathering

As many of you know, a few years ago Amanda Salzhauer and I co-authored THE KINDNESS ADVANTAGE. We were privileged to meet people from all…

7 min readApr 23, 2024

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Embracing Kindness in a World of Uncertainty: Reflections from a Heartfelt Gathering

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Dr. Dale Atkins

Compassion in Everyday Moments: Choosing Understanding Over Judgment

“Here is what we seek: a compassion that can stand in awe at what the poor have to carry rather than stand in judgment at how they carry…

5 min readMar 31, 2024

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adult man sharing a meal with a homeless person

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Dr. Dale Atkins

Not Sharing Concerns with Loved Ones for Fear of Being Shut Out

I have received many inquiries from people in different stages of their lives who have one thing in common. Each is hesitant to share…

5 min readFeb 29, 2024

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person not receptive to friends help

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Dr. Dale Atkins

Rediscovering Silence: Lessons from Losing My Voice

I recently lost my voice. It was part of having a cold, along with a sore throat, persistent cough, drippy nose, headache, exhaustion…

5 min readFeb 4, 2024

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Rediscovering Silence

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Dr. Dale Atkins

Giving Back — Making a Difference in 2024

As we enter 2024, the world around us continues to evolve, often in ways that challenge our comfort, safety, and understanding. In these…

5 min readDec 29, 2023

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Giving back

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Dr. Dale Atkins

Companions in Golden Years: The Heartfelt Bond Between Our Older Selves and Pets

Opportunities to foster an animal or adopt an older pet, or “share custody” are worth considering because the positive effect of a pet in a…

6 min readOct 30, 2023

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Senior man walking with his dog

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Dr. Dale Atkins

Replace “anxious” with “aware”

Lately, in my conversations, I’ve found a recurring theme: individuals waking to a sense of unease, their minds clouded with relentless…

4 min readSep 10, 2023

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Anxious older woman

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Dr. Dale Atkins

Thoughts on Traveling in the Age of Cell Phones

Where would we be without our cell phones? For some, it’s feeling LOST. For others, it’s feeling FOUND. And for many, a bit of both…

8 min readAug 5, 2023

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Thoughts on Traveling in the Age of Cell Phones

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Dr. Dale Atkins

Protecting Our Mental Health Within the Storm of Disrespect and Agitation

Of the many things I notice about myself since the beginning of COVID, is how easily I can get swept into an agitated / sour state of mind…

8 min readJul 6, 2023

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Adults watching negative news on cellphone

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Dr. Dale Atkins

The Challenges of Caregiving: Nurturing Our Well-Being in The Midst of Stress

Being a caregiver is no easy task, and that’s an understatement. Caring for someone else is rarely done in isolation. It often coincides…

5 min readJun 4, 2023

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Caregiver struggling with stress

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Dr. Dale Atkins

Dr. Dale Atkins

Dr. Dale Atkins is a licensed psychologist as well as a relationship expert focusing on families, wellness, stress, and living a balanced, meaningful life.

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