Author Archives: Dr Joseph Russo

About Dr Joseph Russo

Born and raised in Woodland Hills, California; now residing in Laramie, Wyoming (or "Laradise" as we call it, for good reason), with my wife Cindy, our little schnauzer, Macy Mae, and a cat named Markie. I hold a BBA from Cal State Northridge and an MBA from the University of Nevada at Reno. My first career was in business, for some 25+ years. In 2007, I shifted gears and entered the helping professions as a mental health counselor. I earned an MA in Educational Psychology and a Doctorate (PhD) in Counselor Education and Supervision. In my spare time I enjoy mentoring young and not-so-young business and non-profit executives as they go about growing their businesses and presence. I also teach part-time at the University of Wyoming, in both the Colleges of Education and Business.

Alcohol Does Not Alter Personality

Posted on May 15, 2017 by Dr Joseph Russo

Turns out, there is no such thing a ‘happy drunk.’ Scientists in a recent study published at Clinical Psychological Science, have concluded that alcohol does not radically change personality. Although many people blame drinking for alterations in their usual behavior, … Continue reading →

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Middle children are more successful: It is true for you?

Posted on May 1, 2017 by Dr Joseph Russo

For decades, conventional wisdom has held that middle children — those born in between older and younger siblings — tend to have a hard time growing up.  Within their families, they are said to be neglected, underestimated and misunderstood. Their … Continue reading →

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Low Frustration Tolerance and How to Deal with It

Posted on April 28, 2017 by Dr Joseph Russo

Low Frustration Tolerance and How to Deal with It “There is no law which says that things have to be the way I want. It’s disappointing when they are not, but I can stand it — especially if I avoid … Continue reading →

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Tips for Making Decisions and Sticking to Them

Posted on April 25, 2017 by Dr Joseph Russo

How many times has this happened to you? You firmly decide what you are going to do – whether it be going to the gym or asking your boss for a raise or placing a much-delayed call to a friend. … Continue reading →

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Always Wait for the Rest of the Story

Posted on April 11, 2017 by Dr Joseph Russo

Who was the radio personality of years gone by who had a segment entitled “The Rest of the Story”? His name was Paul Harvey and he loved a good yarn.  And Sunday’s incident involving a man who refused to leave … Continue reading →

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Turns Out, We ARE Made of Sugar Candy

Posted on March 23, 2017 by Dr Joseph Russo

As an American lay in the streets of London, close to death from being rammed by yet another terrorist, I was left to wonder why we do not simply close our borders until we figure out a way to properly … Continue reading →

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When Legislators Have Nothing Better to Do

Posted on March 17, 2017 by Dr Joseph Russo

With all the problems in the world … scratch that … with all the problems in New York State, you would think that a law to protect one’s “right to be forgotten” would be somewhere near the bottom of the … Continue reading →

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The Streisand Effect

Posted on March 13, 2017 by Dr Joseph Russo

The Streisand Effect is a little-known axiom employed by people responding to frivolous lawsuits. I think it is particularly funny, considering how Babs is so quick to lecture us on who we should vote for (Hillary being the latest), the … Continue reading →

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Chicken Little Speaks?

Posted on February 26, 2017 by Dr Joseph Russo

Back again to the Blog. I have been beavering away teaching an online course this semester (it began in late January) and for anyone who thinks that teaching online is easier than face-to-face, I offer my complete disagreement. It is … Continue reading →

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Putting Their Money Where Their P***sy Hats Are

Posted on January 22, 2017 by Dr Joseph Russo

The Woman’s March yesterday in Washington D.C. was apparently all about “reproductive rights,” and the threat posed, they say, by a Trump presidency. If such rights boil down to the right for a taxpayer funded abortion, I thought it might … Continue reading →

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