Tolerating Loss
When you hear the word, “permanent”, what comes to mind? Earthly substances, like sand and water? The sun and stars? Precious gems? Gold? Love? Wealth? We’ve all heard the phrase, “I’ve got it made.” No more striving or… Read More
Narcissistic Power
Why do some people give in to narcissists, submitting to their demands, enabling their behavior, tolerating manipulation, or staying in toxic relationships? Consider the following factors: 1. Better “the devil you know” – early life conditioning Having a… Read More
Trauma Therapy
Lots of people have had traumatic experiences, but do not think of those experiences as traumatic. Even when very bad things happen – things that linger in the present – many people do not always think of them… Read More
Emotion
As you were growing up, how did you and your family handle emotions? Are some of your family members more likely to show emotion, while others hardly ever show it? Did you see and hear your parents and… Read More
Pillow Thoughts
“Do not let the sun go down on your anger…” – Ephesians 4:26 Whether or not you believe in the God of the Bible, this advice can help you. Dr. Martin Seligman, who is officially recognized as one… Read More
Emotional Starvation
“Do not shop for food when you’re hungry.” A young couple came for therapy. Their story was a soap opera. Abused and abandoned by her father, she developed low self-esteem, believing no one cared about her or loved… Read More
WHEN I AM STRESSED
The degree of your mental and emotional stress depends almost completely on the workings of your mind. This truth is acknowledged throughout the world in many cultures. It is not what happens in our lives that affects us;… Read More
Overwhelmed
Many of us have felt it. ‘It’ too much. ‘I can’t cope. The weight of the world is coming down on me.’ Some people panic; others feel depressed or angry. Still others just give up. One factor seems… Read More
Others’ Opinions
Do you know anyone who tends to get seriously bent out of shape when he hears an opinion he doesn’t like? Maybe it’s even happened within your circle of friends and family. These days so many people are… Read More
Crisis & Recovery
While recovery is most commonly thought of in connection with addictions, a non-addict with a troubled past may also need to experience recovery. Some examples include survivors of abuse, neglect, domestic violence and criminal victimization, among a host… Read More
