Learning to Be on Your Own Side: What Self-Compassion Really Means
Learning to Be on Your Own Side: What Self-Compassion Really Means Most of us know how to show up for others when they’re hurting. We offer kind words. We soften our tone. We reassure. But when we’re the ones in pain-whether we’ve made a mistake, feel like we’re falling short, or are stuck in the […]
What Is Your Love Language?
What Is Your Love Language? | 10.11.2021 Have you ever felt unloved by your partner? Perhaps you both are simply speaking two different love languages. There are several great relationship books. One I find extremely helpful when working with couples is The Five Love Languages by Dr. Gary Chapman. According to Chapman, the way we […]
Read MoreBully Prevention
Bully Prevention | 9.21.2021 The effects of being bullied can have a lifelong impact if they are not dealt with or worked through. Bullying can lead to lower self-worth, depression, anxiety and even suicide. When you have either experienced or had one of your children experiences being bullied, it really hits home. If we continue […]
Read MoreParent-Child Relationship
Parent-Child Relationship | 9.06.2021 Do you ever feel like your partner is acting like your parent? Do you communicate to your partner like they are a child? Or, perhaps, you feel like the child in your relationship. Do you feel rebellious or, maybe, you want to take “control” of your partner? If this sounds like […]
Read MoreAre You an Enabler?
Are You an Enabler? | 9.1.2021 Do you tend to make excuses for the behavior or choices of others? Do you want to rescue or save others? Do you want to help people and end up feeling exhausted? Are you working harder than the other person? Do you do things for others or stuff your […]
Read MoreHealing Through Loss
Healing Through Loss | 8.24.2021 Have you ever experienced loss? How did it impact your life? How did you grieve? Loss is an inevitable part of life, and grief is a natural part of the healing process. Loss can be many different things such as losing someone you love including pets, a job loss, the […]
Read MoreManaging Our Triggers
Managing Our Triggers | 8.10.2021 What are your triggers? Have you ever responded with anger by yelling or being short with someone and then feel terrible or guilty because you have no idea what just happened? If so, chances are you were triggered by something. We all have stressors in our lives. What turns a […]
Read MoreFinal Step to Healing
Final Step to Healing | 7.19.2021 Is there someone you need to forgive? Maybe you need to forgive yourself, a family member, friend, neighbor or even an abuser. Forgiveness does not mean you condone their choices or agree with their actions. It doesn’t mean you will forget what happened. Many people think if they forgive […]
Read MoreGive Back and Change Your Life
Give Back & Change Your Life | 07.06.2021 When you are sad, down or feel depressed, how do you handle it? Do you sit and dwell in it or simply feel like a victim of your circumstances? Do you cry and get it out? Do you do something for someone else? Or, perhaps, you do […]
Read MoreWhat Are You Stuffing?
What Are You Stuffing? | 6.29.2021 Do you communicate how you feel or what might be upsetting or bothering you? Or, do you keep it inside and stuff it until you blow up with anger, feel depressed or highly anxious? Are you the type of person that tries to let things roll off your back? […]
Read MoreExploring Your Past to Live in the Present
Exploring Your Past to Live in the Present | 6.15.2021 What was it like growing up in your family? What did you learn about yourself and how to relate to others? How has it impacted the decisions you make today? What were some defining moments? In order to create understanding into who you are and […]
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