Addiction is undoubtedly one of the most intimidating topics to discuss, especially when it’s affecting someone that we love. In fact, many of us may try to make excuses for a loved one’s behavior simply because dealing with that reality can be very scary. But we can, indeed, help deal with it. Here are realistic steps we can take to help the addicts in our life. Spot the signs How do you know when someone is truly dealing with an addiction? Learning the signs pointing to it while avoiding ...
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Step Into Your Inner Goddess: Your Guide to Letting Go of Pain
What do you need to let go of? I’m not talking about a few extra pounds or even the financial weight of credit card debt. I’m referring to the inner baggage that weighs you down and sometimes holds you, hostage. If you find yourself feeling like a bag lady, then in the iconic words of Erykah Badu - “Bag lady you ‘gon hurt your back draggin’ all them bags like that.” I'm always excited to discuss this topic because I know the importance of releasing baggage, but also, I often ...
Make R.E.A.L. and Lasting Change
This time of year is filled with renewal, hope, and plans for 2016. We're focused on the possibilities of the New Year and the chance to accomplish what we didn't in 2015. But 92%* of people don't keep their New Year's resolutions. By mid-February the gyms aren't as full and resolutions fall by the wayside. To do it differently this year set R.E.A.L. goals that include a plan of action. Be sure that your goal is REALISTIC. Jumping from point A to point Z in 12 months may not be feasible. ...
I Have Superpowers. And So Do You.
I have superpowers. That’s right, bonafide, cape-wearing, extra strength superpowers that make me extraordinary. I know that I’m not supposed to talk about how fantastic I am. I’m supposed to second guess and doubt myself, worry all of the time, and focus solely on others. I’m not supposed to talk about the ways that me being me is awesome and powerful and necessary in this world. As a woman I’m supposed to deny my superpowers and downplay my abilities. But I turned 40 this year and I just ...
Celebrate you & Celebrate often
The more you celebrate your life, the more there is in life to celebrate ~Oprah Winfrey How often do you celebrate you? I don’t mean when something big happens, like a promotion, or your birthday. I’m not even talking about when you set a goal to drop 20 lbs. in 2 months and you actually drop 25 or finally get that Master’s degree, on time! Those celebrations are expected, but how about celebrating on your smaller accomplishments? Did you resist getting a donut today or all week? If so ...
5 Questions to Help You Improve Your Self-Worth
A friend of mine told me she had something of an “Aha” moment when she read a recent post of mine. I’d made a distinction between self-esteem and self-worth. About 5 years ago I went to a therapist to work on some personal issues. This therapist annoyed me for many reasons, but she annoyed me the most because within 20 minutes she told me I had no self-esteem. Being a clinician myself, I was like, “What is wrong with this woman? Who says that?!” I argued back with her and said, “First of all, ...