When it comes to talking about sex, we often focus on the positive aspects – pleasure, connection, intimacy. These are all important aspects of sexual intimacy! However, one of the most important things we need to discuss is rejection. Why? Because rejection is an inevitable part of any intimate relationship. And yet, we often don't […]

There are three things that are essential for a healthy relationship: honesty, trust, and intimacy. If you can build these three pillars, your relationship will be authentic and real. Honesty is key – you need to be able to share your feelings and thoughts with your partner openly and honestly. Honesty is essential in any […]

There's something about silence that is so calming and peaceful. It's a time to slow down and reflect on our lives. For introverts, silence is essential in order to recharge our batteries. Without it, we would be overwhelmed by the world around us. In this blog post, we will discuss the importance of silence in […]

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 […]