The following is shared with gracious permission from a client at A New Beginning, who hopes that others find inspiration in this simple, yet profound, statement that captures the essence of what learning from your past really means! A couple of weeks ago, one of our providers was privileged to participate in a session with…(Read More)
“Is ANYBODY happily married?” My client’s question, posed with a reconciliatory mixture of sarcasm and resolve, challenged my efforts to identify the marital issues which had brought her into treatment, and was a (not so!) subtle way of telling me that she had given up on the “dream” of sustainable marital happiness. Can any…(Read More)
Did you ever notice how the process of change is like cleaning out a closet? It always gets messier before it gets better. And while it may feel overwhelming, if you allow yourself to dig in, pull out the pieces which no longer fit and give yourself PERMISSION to discard the items which no longer…(Read More)
Having trouble determining if your hunger is physical or emotional? This can be challenging for all of us at times. A helpful way to figure this out is to ask yourself if you’re hungry enough to eat an apple. Apples are a neutral food that most people enjoy when hungry, but wouldn’t necessarily…(Read More)
I hope you enjoy my new series of abbreviated inspirational blogs. For while we all could benefit from a daily dose of education and soulful encouragement, we seldom have the time, or the luxury, to seek it. From positive parenting to self-forgiveness, eating disorders to healing from a painful past, I hope my “Meaningful…(Read More)
The other night I was outside putting the pool toys away and I noticed our beautiful sunset – vibrant colors colliding with heavy monsoon clouds, and palm tree silhouettes teasing me with the notion of a far-off tropical paradise. I quickly snapped a photo and it got me thinking… During the Arizona summer monsoon storm…(Read More)
