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Thought for The Month June 2023 ~ Let Go, Let God

By: Vince DiPasquale Many of us spend a great deal of time trying to figure out the battle between the ego and the spirit. I’ve often said that the most dangerous part of our body is our head. I call it the control tower. It’s so frustrating to try to answer the question “why” our […]

Thought for the Month May 2023 ~ A Month of Memories

By: Vince DiPasquale The month of May has always been special to me. It’s a time of memories and major events in my life. This month has brought me so many teachers through the years. May is known for flowers, graduations, weddings, and the beginning of summer with Memorial Day, a day of special remembrance. […]

Time to Explore Vince’s Corner –and his YouTube channel!

Enjoy lots of past lectures on topics about recovery and life. Click the graphic below to jump directly to Vince’s page. (Or use this link.)

Vince Talks Purpose

Be inspired to discover or renew your purpose! Join Vince DiPasquale for a powerful lesson he shared with PennMedicine and The University of Pennsylvania Health Systems employees for their National Employee Health and Well-Being Month. Vince spoke about the importance of reestablishing one’s purpose in order to overcome challenges, face adversity, and move forward. Click […]

2022 Educational Program “Loss of a Loved One ~ Spouse, Partner, Significant Other” with Pat Obst and Loretta Depka is Now On The Starting Point’s YouTube Channel

In a continuance of the program series entitled “Loss of a Loved One“, Pat Obst, LCSW, MSW and Loretta Depka, Executive Director continued their discussions on the complex process of grieving highly personal losses. The topic discussed is the“Loss of a ~ Spouse, Partner or Significant Other“. You can find The Starting Point’s YouTube […]

2022 Educational Program “Doing Grief Well – “Tool Kit” Series; Part 1 with Pat Obst and Loretta Depka is Now On The Starting Point’s YouTube Channel

In the next part of the “Doing Grief Well” series, Pat Obst, LCSW, MSW and Loretta Depka, Executive Director continued their discussions on the complex process of grieving. This particular topic is Pat’s ” ‘Tool Kit’ Series; Part 1.” You can find The Starting Point’s YouTube channel here. Pat is a therapist who specializes […]

2022 Educational Program “Doing Grief Well – Loss Due to Life-Altering Illness or Injury” with Pat Obst and Loretta Depka is Now On The Starting Point’s YouTube Channel

In the next part of the “Doing Grief Well” series, Pat Obst, LCSW, MSW and Loretta Depka, Executive Director continued their discussions on the complex process of grieving. This particular topic is “Loss Due to Life-Altering Illness or Injury.” You can find The Starting Point’s YouTube channel here. Pat is a therapist who specializes […]

2022 Educational Program “Unrecognized Losses We’ve Experienced Throughout Our Lives” is Now On The Starting Point’s YouTube Channel

Pat Obst joined The Starting Point’s Executive Director for another episode of DOING GRIEF WELL. Pat and Loretta discussed “Unrecognized Losses We’ve Experienced Throughout Our Lives.” They spoke about how loss comes in many forms and how it can throw one’s life into emotional chaos and confusion. Pat addressed how we can heal and recognize […]

2021 Educational Program “Loss Due to Divorce or Breakup of a Serious Relationship” with Pat Obst and Loretta Depka is Now On The Starting Point’s YouTube Channel

In the next part of the “Doing Grief Well” series, Pat Obst, LCSW, MSW and Loretta Depka, Executive Director continued their discussions on the complex process of grieving. This particular topic is “Loss Due to Divorce or Breakup of a Serious Relationship.” You can find The Starting Point’s YouTube channel here. Pat is a […]

2021 Educational Program”Doing Grief Well Part 3: Complicated Grief” with Pat Obst and Loretta Depka is Now On The Starting Point’s YouTube Channel

In Part III of the “Doing Grief Well” series, Pat Obst, LCSW, MSW and Loretta Depka, Executive Director continued their discussions on the complex process of grieving. You can find The Starting Point’s YouTube channel here. As an aid to further explore this important topic, check out “64 Tips for Coping with Grief at the […]

UPDATE: Announcing New Programs For The Starting Point’s Educational Series

Currently, all of our education programs are online. Whether you attend live or connect later online, our goal is to make our education programs as informative and engaging as possible. Questions? Please email Loretta Depka, our Executive Director, at ldepka@startingpoint.org or call 856-854-3155. You can see a list of our upcoming programs below. Click on […]

2021 Educational Program”Doing Grief Well Part 2: Grieving During the Holidays” with Pat Obst and Loretta Depka 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 after loss. In this program, Pat Obst, LCSW, MSW and Loretta Depka, Executive Director discussed the process of grieving during the holidays. It can be challenging; some people think it SUCKS (Sad; Uncomfortable; Challenging; Keeps […]

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 … covers all aspects of growth and overcoming challenges. Anything goes. Laughter. Outrageousness. Speaking with people who have done extraordinary things for the benefit of others. It’s about releasing those wonderful gifts we have been […]

2021 Educational Program “Talking about Domestic Violence” with Executive Director Loretta Depka 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 States, affecting an estimated 10 million people every year; as many as one in four women and one in nine men are victims of domestic violence. Virtually all healthcare professionals will at some point evaluate […]

2021 Educational Program “Doing Grief Well” with Practitioner Pat Obst and Executive Director Loretta Depka 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 lives after loss.” Executive Director Loretta Depka was Joined by practitioner Pat Obst, LCSW, MSW as they discussed grief, loss, and helpful methods for dealing with these life challenges. For more info regarding Pat Obst, […]

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