Kathy Schlossmacher

Contributing Writer
Kathy Schlossmacher - bill fitzgerald
Kathy Schlossmacher - bill fitzgerald

I am a former teacher and social worker with degrees in psychology, social work and theology. I have many personal interests including art, dance, music and knitting. I have three children and have been writing for as long as i can remember. I live in Brooklyn NY with two of my kids, my cats and my dog Sammy.

Latest Articles

The Resolution Revolution
By the middle of January, many folks are waving goodbye to those New Year resolutions made just two short weeks ago. Resolutions are tough to keep!
Jan 8, 2012 - Kathy Schlossmacher
The Stages of Grief
Grief is a process that is not limited to the mourning of a loved one's death. Grief is a by product of many different types of events.
Sep 15, 2011 - Kathy Schlossmacher
The Art of Being Middle Aged
Middle age is the time of life generally characterized as beginning around age forty-eight and extending through retirement.
Sep 13, 2011 - Kathy Schlossmacher
Helping Your Child Manage Social Networking Sites
Social networking is here to stay. Despite controversies over the misuse of sites, students at younger ages are become part of the social networking party.
Sep 8, 2011 - Kathy Schlossmacher
Hiring the Help
The recent film, The Help, has brought into dialogue the controversy that often surrounds those that service others in society.
Sep 7, 2011 - Kathy Schlossmacher
The Need to Read
The joy of reading is somehow getting lost in our society. Lost along with that joy is a host of ideas and abilities that will be mourned once gone.
Sep 6, 2011 - Kathy Schlossmacher
Bringing Back the Weekend
Weekends used to be the time for ultimate unwind. Now, with the internet, the blackberry, and telecommuting weekends can be as work related as any week day.
Sep 2, 2011 - Kathy Schlossmacher
Keeping Summer Alive
This weekend is the unofficial end of the summer season. Most schools will open by the end of this week and most people have used up vacation time.
Sep 1, 2011 - Kathy Schlossmacher
The Art of Communication
Humans do not live in isolation. Each day people interact with others for business and pleasure. Good communication skills are essential for daily living.
Aug 31, 2011 - Kathy Schlossmacher
Being Positive In a Negative World
It can be argued that the world can be a negative place. Social problems, personal issues and even the weather can be the source of negativity in life.
Aug 29, 2011 - Kathy Schlossmacher