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Doing Grief Well, Part 5:  Unrecognized Losses

Doing Grief Well, Part 5: Unrecognized Losses

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Doing Grief Well, Part 6: Loss Due to Illness or Injury

Doing Grief Well, Part 6: Loss Due to Illness or Injury

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‘The Emotion Code” ~ Marie Olwell  with Executive Director Loretta Depka Zerbo

‘The Emotion Code” ~ Marie Olwell with Executive Director Loretta Depka Zerbo

Executive Director Loretta Depka Zerbo was joined by guest speaker Marie Olwell, a practitioner at The Starting Point with expertise...
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Talking about Domestic Violence  ~ 9-23-2021

Talking about Domestic Violence ~ 9-23-2021

Executive Director Loretta Depka Zerbo was joined by guest speaker Violet, a Survivor Advocate for this program.
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Thought Of The Month December 2021 ~ “Have a mind that is open to everything and attached to nothing”.

Thought Of The Month December 2021 ~ “Have a mind that is open to everything and attached to nothing”.

By: Vincent DiPasquale The month of December speaks to us of new birth and new beginnings. It reminds me of...
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2021 Educational Program”Doing Grief Well Part 2: Grieving During the Holidays” with Pat Obst and Loretta Depka Zerbo is Now On The Starting Point’s YouTube Channel

2021 Educational Program”Doing Grief Well Part 2: Grieving During the Holidays” with Pat Obst and Loretta Depka Zerbo is Now On The Starting Point’s YouTube Channel

When we learn to grieve well, we can journey through grief, find healing, purpose, and move towards re-creating our lives...
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New 2021 Podcast “How the Hell Did I Get Here from There?!”; Dr. Yvonne Kaye Interviews Vince DiPasquale, The Starting Point’s Founder

New 2021 Podcast “How the Hell Did I Get Here from There?!”; Dr. Yvonne Kaye Interviews Vince DiPasquale, The Starting Point’s Founder

Enjoy this new podcast created by Dr. Yvonne Kaye on Nov 13th, 2021. In Dr. Kaye's own words, "this podcast...
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Thought Of The Month Nov 2021 ~ “An Attitude of Gratitude”

Thought Of The Month Nov 2021 ~ “An Attitude of Gratitude”

By: Vincent DiPasquale As we get ready to celebrate the wonderful month of Thanksgiving, we pause to reflect on three...
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Thought Of The Month Oct 2021 ~ “Renewing our relationship with our Creator”

By: Vince DiPasquale October is the month to renew our relationship with our Creator, the God of our understanding. All...
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The Serenity Prayer – Long version

The Serenity Prayer – Long version

Vince DiPasquale, in his weekly lecture, encouraged all to read the long version of The Serenity Prayer that can be...
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2021 Educational Program “Talking about Domestic Violence” with Executive Director Loretta Depka Zerbo is Now On The Starting Point’s YouTube Channel

2021 Educational Program “Talking about Domestic Violence” with Executive Director Loretta Depka Zerbo is Now On The Starting Point’s YouTube Channel

According to The National Center for Biotechnology Information (NCBI,) "family and domestic violence is a common problem in the United...
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2021 Educational Program “Doing Grief Well” with Practitioner Pat Obst and Executive Director Loretta Depka Zerbo is Now On The Starting Point’s YouTube Channel

2021 Educational Program “Doing Grief Well” with Practitioner Pat Obst and Executive Director Loretta Depka Zerbo is Now On The Starting Point’s YouTube Channel

"When we learn to do grief well, we can journey through our grieving, find healing and move toward re-creating our...
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2021 Educational Program “What is the Emotion Code?” – Marie Olwell with Executive Director Loretta Depka Zerbo is Now On The Starting Point’s YouTube Channel

2021 Educational Program “What is the Emotion Code?” – Marie Olwell with Executive Director Loretta Depka Zerbo is Now On The Starting Point’s YouTube Channel

The Emotion Code is a simple but powerful method of finding and releasing negative trapped emotions stored in the subconscious...
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Thought Of The Month Sept 2021 ~ “30 Daily Reminders”

Thought Of The Month Sept 2021 ~ “30 Daily Reminders”

By Vince DiPasquale: Stay in the present – One day at a time. Repeat the 3rd Step Prayer: God, I...
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Inner Child Meditation of 8/26/2021

Inner Child Meditation of 8/26/2021

Inner Child Meditation of 8/26/2021 led by Vince Di'Pasquale Founder Emeritus of The Starting Point Inc of New Jersey.
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Thought Of The Month August 2021 ~ “The ABCs of a Spiritual Recovery”

Excerpt from "Until Today!" by Iyanla Vanzant I open my heart and mind to be aware...how my ABC's will lift...
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2021 PODCAST: “Applying the Steps to Daily Life” ~ with Founder Vince Di’Pasquale is Now On The Starting Point’s YouTube Channel

2021 PODCAST: “Applying the Steps to Daily Life” ~ with Founder Vince Di’Pasquale is Now On The Starting Point’s YouTube Channel

The principles of the 12 Steps can apply to every aspect of life.  They are helpful tools that give us...
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“What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?”~ Melissa Yaeger, MA, EDS, LPC interviewed by Loretta Depka Zerbo

“What is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy?”~ Melissa Yaeger, MA, EDS, LPC interviewed by Loretta Depka Zerbo

Setting goals, journaling, guided discovery, positive thinking . . . these are all concepts connected to a kind of treatment...
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“Compassion Fatigue” ~ Barbara Faracchio MS Interviewed by Loretta Depka Zerbo, Executive Director

“Compassion Fatigue” ~ Barbara Faracchio MS Interviewed by Loretta Depka Zerbo, Executive Director

The selfless compassion and empathy shown by healthcare, emergency and animal providers can prove to be physically, mentally, and emotionally...
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“What Goes on in a Real Relationship?” ~  Ken Goldberg PhD interviewed by Loretta Depka Zerbo

“What Goes on in a Real Relationship?” ~ Ken Goldberg PhD interviewed by Loretta Depka Zerbo

Falling in love is the easy part. Relationships are at the center of our lives and have a big influence...
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“Forgiveness”  ~ Kevin Elsey, MA, LPC interviewed by Loretta Depka Zerbo, Executive Director

“Forgiveness” ~ Kevin Elsey, MA, LPC interviewed by Loretta Depka Zerbo, Executive Director

You’ve been fired; your partner has cheated on you; someone cut you off in traffic; you were abused by someone...
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