It is easy to feel a sense of helplessness or even depression these days. When we turn on the news or talk with friends were besieged with information about shocking events that make many of us feel uncertain about our future. A pandemic, an election ...
As I start the New Year writing about money decisions, I want you to understand that this is NOT going to be an article about how that mocha latte you bought this morning is preventing you from being a millionaire! And while you may not have sworn ...
Over the past three weeks we have looked at what affirmations are, how and why they work, and what they can’t do. We have explored the power they have to help people overcome mental obstacles that prevent them from freely living their lives. H ...
“They are going to love this proposal!” “I will call the company and confidently demand that they refund my money or replace my product.” “I look good today, there’s no stopping me!” These are examples of affirmations. Affirmations are positive s ...
Linda was on the phone with her husband, and it was clear she was mad. “You did what?” She demanded, a little louder than most of her phone conversations. “What were you thinking?” She paused as he offered some defense to her. “I don’t care. That ...
In another article we have talked about generational trauma and how it comes trapped in our lifestyle patterns and habits. In turn, these inherited beliefs and behavior systems can cause problems in our own lives. Once you acknowledge that this is t ...
A therapist discusses tested strategies for breaking through the feeling of being overwhelmed in order to be more productive and experience greater satisfaction.
She might be your friend, but you don't have to take her advice. Photo by Andrea Piacquadio on Pexels.com Your friend means well. Or maybe it’s your boss. Or your mother-in-law. They’re so gentle, so kind. So concerned. Perhaps they’ve had you ov ...
Few life changes occur with such forethought, delight, and anticipation as the birth of a baby. Months of anxious planning, perhaps made more intense with the potential for tragedy, come to fruition through sweaty, noisy, and exhausting labor. And yo ...
Recently, a retired woman excitedly confided happy news to a friend. Her daughters had shown excessive attention to her and her husband at Thanksgiving. She and her husband were getting older, and a major transition was approaching. This extra care a ...
