Recently Floridians experienced a major natural disaster when Hurricane Ian made landfall first in southwest Florida and then through Central Florida before exiting the state on the east coast. Ian was a category 4 hurricane and reportedly only 2 mph away from becoming a category 5. Massive losses were sustained including the loss of lives, […]

Have you ever been in a relationship where you just couldn't seem to get through to the other person? Maybe it feels like they're not even trying to hear you. You might feel like you're talking to a wall. This is often due to a lack of emotional intelligence in communication. Emotional intelligence is the […]

This morning (Monday morning) reminded me about how some people in my life, myself included treat the weekend... It's the weekend! Hooray! But sometimes, it's hard to know what to do with ourselves. Should we try to stick to our weekday routine as much as possible? Or should we just relax and take it easy? […]

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Cognitive dissonance is a psychological phenomenon that refers to the discomfort we feel when our beliefs are contradicted by our actions or experiences. In other words, it's the gap between what we think and what we do. Cognitive dissonance can be a very uncomfortable feeling, and it often leads us to rationalize our behavior to […]

Mantras have been used by people for centuries to change their lives. They are simple phrases or words that can be repeated over and over again to help you focus on a certain goal or outcome. They can be used for everything from self-help to deep shadow work. In this mini book, we will discuss […]

It's well-established that adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) can have a profound and lasting impact on health and well-being later in life. But what exactly are ACEs? In 1998, the Adverse Childhood Experiences Study was conducted by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and Kaiser Permanente. It is one of the largest studies of […]

Do you find yourself drawn to people who are bad for you? People, who are emotionally unavailable, abusive, or narcissistic? If so, you're not alone. Many people are drawn into relationships with people who have personality traits that are harmful to them. And while it can be difficult to understand why we do this, attachment […]

If you have been the victim of narcissistic abuse, then you know how devastating it can be. You may feel like you are going crazy, like you are constantly walking on eggshells, and like you can never do anything right. This is because narcissists are masters of manipulation. They leave their victims feeling gaslighted, insecure, […]

In my work as a therapist, I often find that integrating yoga and mindfulness into the process helps my clients get the most out of therapy. Yoga and mindfulness can help people learn how to focus on the present moment and to be aware of their bodies, which can be helpful in therapy sessions. In […]