No one enjoys being scared, and it seems counterintuitive for someone to tell you that facing your fears will have benefits for you, but I promise it does. The physical signs of terror are not fun, so what good reason could you possibly have to do something that scares you? The sweat is beading on […]

As a parent, one has plenty of opportunities to reflect on motivations and outcomes—both one’s own and those of the children we are raising. Introspection, the willingness to look at the thinking that produced our actions and to face what is revealed, is an important part of growing into our best selves. Disturbing and Restoring […]

I am having surgery soon, and I can’t drink caffeine for ten days before and at least a few weeks after, if ever again. Now, I knew I drank an excessive amount of Diet Coke, so about a month and a half before starting my preop diet, I replaced Diet Coke with Pure Leaf Unsweetened […]

Discover how to be stronger so you can become the best version of yourself. “It’s a dangerous business, Frodo, going out your door. You step onto the road, and if you don’t keep your feet, there’s no knowing where you might be swept off to.” – J.R.R. Tolkien, The Lord of the Rings So you wish […]

We all want to be happier, right? As a therapist, I help people focus on the positive and the good in their lives everyday. I encourage gratitude and mindfulness practices like Fill Your BAG Happy. I also teach skills to re-frame negative thoughts and interpretations. That being said, you would think that I would tell […]

There is a considerable difference between escapism and taking a break. Merriam-Webster defines escapism as “habitual diversion of the mind to purely imaginative activity or entertainment as an escape from reality or routine.” Meanwhile, taking a break is a form of self-care—something you might do when you need a rest or recharge. How can you […]

Do you feel like you’re holding yourself back because of self doubt? If yes, here’s how to develop your self confidence and take control of your life. A few years ago, I hit my 40’s. I spent some time reflecting on my life. Was I where I wanted to be? Had I achieved what I […]

Stress is typically defined as the mental, emotional or physical tension that we experience when dealing with life’s demands.  Tension often leads to some undesirable features such as worry, strain, mental clutter, confusion, sadness and anxiety; which you then need to remove from your hearts, mind and body in order to relax, feel free and […]