“Sometimes you don’t realize the weight of something you’ve been carrying until you feel the weight of its release.” If you’ve ever had the experience of finally speaking your authentic truth or telling a significant secret to someone you trust, then you probably know what this healthy “weight loss” feels like…(Read More)
“Communication to a relationship is like oxygen to life – without it…it dies.” When you’re feeling hurt, scared, lonely, or insecure in a relationship, are you able to share this with the other person in an authentic and non-blaming way? Most of us would like to think we already do this, but…(Read More)
“The most confused we ever get is when we try to convince our heads of something our hearts know is a lie.” ~ Karen Moning When you feel something — whatever it may be — try to notice it without judgment. Be curious. Wonder what it’s trying to tell you. So often we decide…(Read More)
As kids manage the many demands of school throughout the year, it’s our job as parents to be on the lookout for problematic signs of stress. Keep an eye on the usual telltale signs of depression and anxiety, which include moodiness, irritability, sadness, and poor sleep. Also take note of frequent physical complaints (such…(Read More)
Healing Requires Feeling Feelings cannot hurt you. It’s what you do, or don’t do, with them that can hurt. Imagine your emotions are like ocean waves — coming and going, and always changing. Some feel big like tsunamis, and some feel small just tickling your toes. Regardless of their size or shape, all emotions…(Read More)
Did you know that emotions are like our body’s GPS system, helping us navigate life? When we stop listening to these “directions,” our emotions get louder and more intense, and may turn into explosive anger, excessive worrying, eating disorders, and depression. If you are experiencing these symptoms, it’s time to quiet the noise…(Read More)
