Disagreements are inevitable. Whether they are over trivial issues or significant problems in our relationships. During these moments, we get caught up in trying to convince the other person(s) that our perception and way of…
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Being a “Recovering People-Pleaser”
Before understanding the enormous depth of my “People-Pleasing,” I perceived most of my actions as coming from a desire to be a kind, thoughtful individual. I soon discovered that my choices were severely damaging my…
The Dance of Self-Sabotage
The Dance of Self-Sabotage can be performed at any point in our lives. Whether you’re a child, teenager, or adult, at home, school, workplace, or at social events, the experience is open to anyone. The…
Time NOT Wasted
Praise for Jonah Hill’s documentary film, “Stutz,” on Netflix. This production is a rare and unique interview between a patient, friend, and therapist. “Stutz” makes the Mental Health world a better place. Hill’s goal was…
What the Brain Forgets the Body Remembers
My therapist told me, “What the brain forgets, the body remembers.” During one of our sessions, I expressed that I felt exhausted, unmotivated, and irritable; food didn’t taste good, I didn’t want to be around…
The Social Anxiety Society
I am a member of the Social Anxiety Society. A society that, as of right now, consists of me and my bestie. Do you fear social situations, being watched, or being judged by others?…
Healing Is Complicated
It is easy to back away from healing, dredging up the past, and the pain is not enticing. So refusing to uncover the authentic self due to trauma is how many, sadly, live their entire…