Joeel A. Rivera
M.Ed. Ph.D. ABD
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Speaker, Author, Counselor, Entrepreneur Expert
Joeel A. Rivera Quick Facts
- Main Areas
- Psychology, Entrepreneurship, Relationships
- Career Focus
- Author, Speaker, Entrepreneur, Counselor
- Affiliation
- Transformation Services, Inc., Transformation Magazine, Transformation Publishing, Atman Center for Transformation
Joeel A Rivera, M.Ed., Ph.D. (ABD), is an Inspirational Speaker, Author, Psychology Professor, Teambuilding Facilitator, Counselor, Laughter Yoga Instructor, and Entrepreneur. Joeel received a Master's Degree in Education and Counseling and is currently completing his dissertation for his Ph.D. in Psychology, with a focus on human happiness. Joeel's experience includes: co-founding a non-profit youth counseling center, being a Professor of Psychology and Human Development, facilitating workshops on relationships and personal development, and developing curriculums for schools and community programs. He is currently Vice President of Transformation Services, Inc., where he develops curriculums, facilitates workshops, authors a column, and manages the online division.
Free Articles & Book Excerpts
A New Form of Relationship
http://www.transformationmag.com/online/2010/11/a-new-form-of-relationship/
Enlightened Relationships: Holiday Challenge
http://www.transformationmag.com/online/2010/12/your-challenge-for-your-holiday-experience/
Enlightened Relationships: Finding Purpose through Death
http://www.transformationmag.com/online/2011/01/enlightened-relationships-finding-purpose-through-death/
St Valentine and the Languages of Love
http://www.transformationmag.com/online/2011/02/st-valentine-and-the-languages-of-love-2/
Shift Your Relationships Through Forgiveness
http://www.transformationmag.com/online/2011/06/shift-your-relationships-through-forgiveness/
Enlightened Relationships: Choosing Happiness
http://www.transformationmag.com/online/2011/07/enlightened-relationships-choosing-happiness/
Enlightened Relationship: Dear Dad
http://www.transformationmag.com/online/2011/08/enlightened-relationship-dear-dad/
Enlightened Relationships: T.E.A.M.
http://www.transformationmag.com/online/2011/10/enlightened-relationships-t-e-a-m/
Enlightened Relationships: Do Opposites Really Attract?
http://www.transformationmag.com/online/2011/11/enlightened-relationships-do-opposites-really-attract/
Enlightened Relationships: Quality vs. Safe Problems
http://www.transformationmag.com/online/2011/11/enlightened-relationships-quality-vs-safe-problems/
What Can We Learn About Intimacy from Horses?
http://www.transformationmag.com/online/2011/12/what-can-we-learn-about-intimacy-from-horses/
Is Your Reality Boxed In?
http://www.transformationmag.com/online/2012/06/is-your-reality-boxed-in/
A Skeptic’s Perspective on the Law of Attraction
http://www.transformationmag.com/online/2012/07/a-skeptics-perspective-on-the-law-of-attraction/
Lessons from the Jou ey of Life
http://www.transformationmag.com/online/2012/08/lessons-from-the-jou ey-of-life/
The Art of Play
http://www.transformationmag.com/online/2012/09/enlightened-relationships-the-art-of-play/
Follow Your Passion
http://www.transformationmag.com/online/2012/10/follow-your-passion/
Gratitude – A Universal Truth
http://www.transformationmag.com/online/2012/11/gratitude-a-universal-truth/
The Faith to Change
http://www.transformationmag.com/online/2012/12/the-faith-to-change/
10 Steps to a New You in the New Year
http://www.transformationmag.com/online/2012/12/10-steps-to-a-new-you-in-the-new-year/
Power Up Your Passion
http://www.transformationmag.com/online/2013/01/power-up-your-passion/
The PSYCHICology of Love
http://www.transformationmag.com/online/2013/02/the-psychicology-of-love/
Enlightened Relationships: Conquering Fear
http://www.transformationmag.com/online/2013/03/enlightened-relationships-conquering-fear/
The Super Power of a Smile
http://www.transformationmag.com/online/2013/04/the-super-power-of-a-smile/
Enlightened Relationships: Pain as Our Teacher
http://www.transformationmag.com/online/2013/05/enlightened-relationships-pain-as-our-teacher/
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Finding Purpose Through Death
We all have a story to tell that makes us who we are today. We ask people to tell their transformational stories in this magazine; therefore, I am going to share my story here this month. Through this letter to my brother, I will share how our enlightened relationship transformed my life. Daniel,
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St. Valentine's and the Languages of Love
We all have a past, and some would say we all carry baggage. We are quick to think of ways to get rid of the baggage that we perceive as holding us back. However, what if we have gotten it all wrong? What if we are trying to get rid of our road map for life? It’s like asking a boat captain to get rid of the sail on his boat in order to lighten the load. Many people get caught up in this cycle of finding ways to improve their life by repressing or replacing the past. However, the only thing that they are doing is chasing a pot of gold at the end of a rainbow.
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Addicted to Love
“How can I love her one minute and dislike her so much the next?” “I feel he’s my soul mate, so why do we constantly fight?”
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Communication Strategies that Work
In your relationship, are you trying to live a dream that you were sold or are you creating the reality that you want?
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Shift Your Relationship Through Forgiveness
Breaking down the prison and letting the inmate free is one of the best things you can do to truly free yourself and create the life that you want or the relationship that you desire. You may say, “I am not holding any one in a prison,” but in reality everyone creates a prison—and the inmate you are trying to set free is yourself. This prison is created by not forgiving. In fact, many times unforgiveness is the biggest piece of baggage that you can carry.
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Choose Happiness in Your Relationship
A couple of days ago I was enjoying a beautiful day in nature exploring with my daughter and Natalie (my other half). We walked through the trails, caught bugs (my daughter loves bugs), canoed, and stared in amazement at the trees—but most importantly we laughed and enjoyed the simplicity of life. As adults we feel that there is a lot we can give or teach to our children. However, we often forget that they are often our greatest teachers. One of the greatest lessons I learn from my daughter is how to find joy in the now and appreciate the simple things in life.
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Dear Dad
Dear Dad: Bendicion! I have heard that we all have guardian angels that bless our lives and watch over us. However, I feel fortunate that my angel has been with me in a physical reality, since my guardian angel has been you. I feel extremely grateful and blessed to have you in my life. You are not only my father, you are a soul companion. There are no words or actions that can express to you how much of an impact you have made on who I am today. I remember as a child how much I wanted to be like you—putting on your clothes even though they were several times my size.
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Your Relationship with Your Mind
Have you ever finished an argument or conversation, only to realize five or 25 minutes later that you are still having the conversation in your head? Have you ever experienced someone saying something to you that triggers an emotion and you were left wondering where your reaction originated? Why does this happen? Many people seek the answer outside themselves, through reading books or learning how to understand others.
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Enlightened Relationships: T.E.A.M.
Every intimate relationship goes through cycles—whether new or old—and one thing is certain: There always will be change involved in the process. It all comes down to how we handle change and the kind of energy that we want to create in a relationship with our partner. It is easy to get caught up in the story that we tell about ourselves and our partner. If anyone asked you about your relationship and you were genuinely honest, what story would you relay? What would be the positives and negatives?
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Do Opposites Really Attract?
Jake is an atheist; Stacy is a devout Christian. Bill loves to spend; Cristy loves to save. Victor loves a vacation out in the woods, camping in a tent; Amy prefers a nice condo on the beach. Steve gets up at 6:00 am in the morning; Megan believes the day should start around 10 am. The list of differences in relationships can go on and on. The questions are: Do they make the relationship better or worse? Do opposites attract? And if they do, will their relationships work long term?
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Enlightened Relationships: Quality vs. Safe Problems
Let’s face it, no relationship is perfect, and there’s always room for improvement. The relationship that stops growing, evolving, and developing will suffer the consequences: problems. It is important to realize that relationships are a partnership, a team, and cannot be dependent (long term) on one person evolving and improving while dragging the other person through life. In other words, you are either growing together or apart. The first thing you need to do is be real and genuine about where your relationship is at because one of the biggest causes of relationship problems is distance.r
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What Can We Learn About Intimacy from Horses?
A horse, you may ask? Well, we will get to that later… Many people will make resolutions for their relationships this time of year, such as improving intimacy. If you want to improve your intimacy—or make any other changes—you must first have a clear idea of what needs improvement and how it can be accomplished, and then make a list of action steps to take toward the desired goal. The next step? Take action.
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