Frequently Asked Questions

What do you mean by the word “spirituality” in your “Get Out of the Way—I’m Late for My Life!®” books?
 I use the word “spirituality” to refer to the resiliency of mankind and the unique ability that the human spirit has to turn tragedies into triumphs.

Are your “Get Out of the Way—I’m Late for My Life!®” books religious or meant to promote any particular movement?
No. The life lessons in my books are quick and easy ways to improve the overall quality of daily living and they are designed for everyone from all walks of life. They contain simple suggestions for profound change that resonate with many cross-sections of people from diverse cultures and religious backgrounds. They are intended to nurture the human spirit in each of us and are not meant to promote any particular movement.

Are you a religious person? If not, how do you feel about religion?
 Although I frequently accept invitations to speak at spiritual retreats and religious functions, I don’t consider myself to be a religious person. I am a people person, and I have the immense honor of working with audiences that are largely comprised of culturally and religiously diverse people. For this reason, I am respectful of the cultural and religious differences of those around me. My work motivates me to accentuate the similarities between all people and to celebrate their diversity.

 I look at world religions this way: I could spend my life searching for the unpleasantness in everything or discovering the joy in anything. I much prefer the latter.

Why did you get a Ph.D. in Marriage and Family Counseling Psychology?
 I’ve always enjoyed helping people reach their full potential. I felt the best way I could help the largest amount of people in the shortest amount of time was to become a self-help author and to reach people through books, TV, and radio. It usually takes credentials (such as a Ph.D.) in order for those doors to open up to you. My Ph.D. in Marriage and Family Counseling Psychology has helped me to reach and help thousands of people over the last several years through my books, radio and TV experiences. I also consult with clients across the nation and in other countries via telephone on a weekly basis.

Are you a licensed psychotherapist or psychologist?
 While I do have a Ph.D. in Marriage and Family Counseling Psychology and give self-help advice on TV, radio and abroad, I am not a licensed psychotherapist or psychologist. Due to confidentiality laws and other regulations, it is illegal to practice psychotherapy and psychology on TV and radio. It is also illegal to practice psychotherapy and psychology in states/countries that you are not licensed in—each state has its own individual licensing process which takes many years to complete. It is only legal to give self-help or relationship advice on TV, radio, and in other states/countries for which you are not licensed. I am a self-help author, speaker, and consultant with a Ph.D. in Marriage and Family Counseling Psychology who gives self-help and relationship advice.