We all know how challenging life can be at times. These challenges may occur over a long time period, or a crisis might show up at your doorstep. These situations may cause a great deal of stress, anxiety or depression. Having psychological flexibility will help you navigate these challenges a little smoother. Learning psychological flexibility ...
Do you play the social comparison game? We all do to some extent. It is how we understand ourselves and define who we are. However, if you do this excessively it will lower your self-esteem. It can lead to anxiety, depression, and eating disorders. At its worst it can lead to suicidal ideation. Young adults ...
Mindful self-compassion is a wonderful tool to quiet your inner critic. Have you ever really taken the time to listen to your inner voice? We all have these thoughts going through our heads most of the time. Is this voice negative, positive, or neutral? Many people say that they are their own worst critic and ...
Have you ever thought about creating a healthier relationship with your phone? My guess is that you spend more time with your phone than friends or loved ones. Most of us are glued to our phones. If we can’t find them we experience a horribly dreadful feeling. The more connected we are to our phones, ...
Let’s face it life is hard. We are thrown curve balls and life doesn’t turn out how we plan. Perhaps you are in a difficult relationship; you lost your job or someone you love. None of us are exempt from life’s difficult emotions. We all deal with them differently. You may handle them well, or ...
The holidays are more than just gift giving, lights and festivities. Each family has their own unique holiday traditions. Perhaps you have some from childhood that you continue on into adulthood. Others you may have outgrown. Yet if you have children, you might continue to do them. These traditions have been passed down through the ...
If you struggle with holiday anxiety, you are not alone. People are always asking if you are ready for the holidays. You have all these obligations that you think you need to fulfill. Yet you may be the only person putting pressure on yourself. There are things you can do that will greatly decrease your ...
Since we are in the month of November, it seems appropriate to discuss gratitude, what it is and how to practice it. Practicing gratitude on a regular basis is a wonderful way to start or end your day. You will feel more inner peace. What is a gratitude practice? Gratitude is being aware of and ...
If you struggle with anxiety, you are not alone. Millions of people do and it’s the main reason people come in for anxiety therapy. I’ve had clients tell me that they feel like they are going crazy due to their anxiety. I always tell these people, that if you can have the thought then by ...
If you struggle with anxiety or panic attacks, you are not alone. As a matter of fact, it’s the main reason people come to therapy. The good news is that there are many forms of anxiety treatment. You might even be anxious about coming to therapy, and that is normal. In addition, it also helps to ...
