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Are You Stuck in Self-Doubt? Start Trusting Yourself.
Like what you read? Share this post on social media. Where I Got Stuck I used to blog every other week and then I stopped. And stayed stopped. For many, many months. All the while I was longing to start, pestering myself to start, refusing to start. I know that I’m not alone in…
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Surviving the Newborn Stage
Like what you read? Share this post on social media.Although I wanted a child very much, caring for a newborn was no walk in the park. There were definitely times where I thought I wouldn’t survive. In this guest blog for the Postpartum Project, I share my experience and tips for surviving the newborn stage.…
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You’re Mad At Me? So, I’ll Get Mad At You: Fighting That Destroys Relationships
Like what you read? Share this post on social media.My daughter was crying when I picked her up from school. She was so upset that she could barely speak, sputtering out the details of what happened between sobs. She’d clearly had some conflict with her friend who circled us, adding to the confused re-telling of…
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Are You Managing Your Election-Related Emotions? Here Are Some Helpful Tips.
Like what you read? Share this post on social media. I would like this blog to speak to both Trump supporters and Clinton supporters, because on either side of this election, emotions seem to be running high. What I want to speak about is managing your election-related emotions, whatever those emotions may be. Being able…
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Dealing with Cold Pricklies: Don’t let Unpleasant Encounters Get You Down
Like what you read? Share this post on social media.I’ve never forgotten a story that was read to my class when I was a kid. The story was called “The Warm Fuzzy” story. In “The Warm Fuzzy” I learned that sometimes people could give out “warm fuzzies” which are smiles, hugs and kindness and sometimes…
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Using Fantasy to Reduce Anxiety and Build Your Confidence
Like what you read? Share this post on social media.Recently, I can across an old story I’d written where I overcame all obstacles. The story had me thinking about the daydreams and fantasies that I’ve had throughout my life. I was amazed to realize how helpful those fantasies had been for me. I hope you’ll…
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You Are Enough! Tools for Coping with the Constant Pressure for More.
Like what you read? Share this post on social media. You’re great. In fact, you’re so great that everyone wants more of you. More of your skills at work; more of your love and attention for your children, spouse, friends, community; more of your time and energy to manage the numerous tasks of life. And…
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Find Inspiration by Listening to the Wonderful World of Podcasts
Like what you read? Share this post on social media.In my previous post, “Someone is Trying to Tell You Something. Are you Listening?”, I spoke about finding inspiration by listening to what artists, poets, and other great thinkers have to say. In this post, I want to share some great resources for inspiration…the wonderful world…
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Understanding the Difference Between a Support Group and Group Therapy
Like what you read? Share this post on social media.As a certified group therapist, I often get calls from people seeking support groups. But after speaking with them, I realize that many of these people would actually benefit more from a therapy group and that’s actually what they’re looking for. Due to the fact that…
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Are you letting your fears and judgments stop you from making friends?
Like what you read? Share this post on social media.Across the circle we took surreptitious glances at each other. This was a diverse group of men and women; Caucasian, Asian, Hispanic, gay, straight, shy, extroverted. Yet, I felt especially different from the man sitting directly across from me. He sat, legs apart, slumped into his…