A couple years ago, when I was away “relaxing” in New York at the International Society of Trauma and Dissociation conference, I took an evening away to Broadway to see the biggest show at the time- Dear Evan Hansen. Already spending every waking conference hour discussing trauma, depression, and suicide, I was ready to lose myself in a Broadway musical and enjoy life. Instead… I was horrified and disgusted….and that's at best.
Read MoreNo matter what seeking authenticity may look like for you, just remember that growth is not linear; change, vulnerability, and honoring your true self may be a lifelong journey but is well-earned for those who are daring enough to sit with uncomfortable questions.
Read MoreThinking about your life story can be a daunting task at first. When you come to see a therapist, you are bringing years and years worth of your life’s manuscript to the table to sift through…
Read MoreHow easy is to feel anxious or agitated or even derailed from life? To begin to imagine you will never not be stuck, to go immediately go into problem-solving mode to get un-stuck. But the thought came to me recently: what if stuckness is an invitation to stillness? What if, instead of going full force into problem-solving mode, I take a second to slow down, breathe, and embrace the stillness that stuckness can offer?
Read MorePoetry is an expression of the soul that allows the writer to tap into complicated emotions, feelings, thoughts. and past experiences in a safe, empowering, authentic way.
Read MoreThere are times where no amount of words, or languages can fully encompass what we have experienced. I believe this is where our inherent ability to express ourselves through creative outlets comes into play.
Read MoreFor some, the holidays are a time filled with copious amounts of laughter and joy, ornate décor, beautiful gatherings, and incredible memories with loved ones. Yet, for others, the holidays can be painfully challenging.
Read MoreHow can we sit in our reality with less emotional pain? Is there a better way through the hard things? Today, I want to talk about one of the paths – radical acceptance.
Read MoreMaybe you have heard the saying “Grow through what you go through”. While this saying can be a little too simplistic to fit every person’s experience, it can certainly ring true for many of us. Sometimes life can overwhelm us and put us through situations and experiences we never thought we would endure.
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