The last couple weeks here in the Nashville area have been very difficult for so many. Tornadoes on March 3, 2020 left a trail of devastation and loss of life. On the heels of that, COVID-19 became even more real as it began to impact the area with events and trips cancelled, schools closed, supplies and groceries seemingly in short supply, and people working from home.
Read MoreIt’s Not About the Dishes (or the Dirty Clothes on the floor)
Sometimes, when couples come in for help with their relationship, they talk a lot about the content of their arguments, i.e. which one hasn’t done their fair share, who comes home from work and zones out in front of the TV while the other does the necessary household chores such as childcare, cooking and cleaning.
Read MoreBlurred Clarity
We cannot always see all the ramifications of our final decisions. We do the best we can based on what we know in the present, as well as on past experiences. Gathering as much self-compassion and patience as we can extend ourselves may help decrease the pressure that so often comes when we lack the clarity we desire…
Read MorePart 2: Emotions: What Good Are They Anyway?
Emotions, whether positive or negative, are a vital part of being human. In the previous post, emotions were discussed as being important messengers with…
Read MorePart 1: Emotions: What good are they anyway?
It seems we spend a lot of energy trying to escape painful emotions. Trying to numb ourselves, we may shop, eat, drink alcohol, or use substances, or distract ourselves with busyness, avoiding the discomfort of feeling sadness, grief, disappointment, rejection and other painful feelings. We may wonder why we must suffer, as we try to dismiss, avoid, or stuff the feelings that arise when we are hurting…
Read MoreTips For Calming
With today’s fast pace, no wonder we get stressed out at times. Crammed schedules, work demands, and family commitments may leave us feeling overwhelmed and anxious. Having tools to calm yourself, or self-soothing, is important.
Read MoreIs Therapy For Me?
Although you can’t identify why, you feel lost, trapped, or stuck. Therapy may be helpful in exploring the obstacles blocking you from enjoying a meaningful life.
Read MoreEmpty Nest
In order to move past the feelings, I believe you have to go through them. No avoiding, no self-medicating (although I admit I did have a bowl of ice-cream!), no pretending. Feelings give us a message, useful information about ourselves or the situations we are in.
Read MoreTips for Overcoming Loneliness
Being alone doesn't always mean feeling lonely- in fact, solitude can mean having a time to reflect, recharge, and renew! But there are times when feeling alone is painful, and you are not quite sure what to do with yourself.
Read MoreOh, My Word!
Words are powerful! They can hurt, or they can bring healing to relationships. It seems sometimes we use them like arrows when we are fighting, hoping to defend ourselves by throwing words that sting, wound, and eventually damage what we hold most dear.
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