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
Honesty with Yourself
Being honest with oneself can be hard; the mind is not necessarily designed to pursue truth, when the truth hurts. It is designed to keep one feeling mentally stable. Also, to preserve self-worth, maintain a sense of belonging… 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
End of Friendship
An epidemic of anger and hatred grips today’s world. Husbands and wives argue politics. Holiday dinners can be ruined by nasty disagreements over just about anything. Hard feelings all around within families and between friends – even very… Read More
Your Past
Do you dwell on your past? Do you ever feel regret, guilt, shame or any other disturbing emotion when you remember things you’ve done? If that is true, do those feelings get in the way of your happiness?… Read More
Pleasure isn’t Happiness
People are drawn to pleasure. From ancient days to modern times, people have pursued comfort, amusement and pleasure as if they signified a good life. But history, philosophy, and even psychology warn against making pleasure our ultimate goal… 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
