Have you ever felt like there's something fundamentally wrong with you? Like you're flawed, unworthy, or just not good enough? If so, you're not alone. Shame is a universal human experience. We all carry it to some degree. But here's the good news - you don't have to stay stuck in shame. There is...
Have you ever had the experience of wanting to change or grow in some way, yet feeling a strong internal push-back? You're not alone. Resistance is a universal human experience. It's that part of us that wants to stay comfortable, safe and in control. And while its intentions may be good (to...
We live in a world that prizes self-sufficiency. We're often made to feel that needing others is a sign of weakness. But the truth is, we were created for connection and community. Asking for help is not only okay, it's crucial for our emotional and spiritual well-being.
When we ask for help,...
Marriage is a beautiful journey where two individuals come together to build a life as one. However, it's not always a smooth sailing. One of the most significant challenges couples face is setting and maintaining healthy boundaries. Let's explore the importance of boundaries in marriage and...
We've all encountered controlling people at some point in our lives. Whether it's a boss, a family member, or a significant other, dealing with someone who constantly tries to manipulate or dictate our actions can be emotionally draining and lead to a sense of powerlessness. However, we have more...
Have you ever found yourself in a relationship where you constantly put the other person's needs before your own? Where you feel responsible for their happiness and well-being, even at the expense of your own? If so, you may be struggling with codependency.
Codependency is a term that has been...
We all have needs. From the most basic physiological requirements like food, water and shelter, to the higher yearnings for love, esteem and self-actualization. Psychologist Abraham Maslow laid out these universal human needs in his famous hierarchy. Understanding this hierarchy provides a...
Stress. We all feel it. It's one of the great unifiers, an inevitable experience for all humans at different points in time. That pressure, that tension, that sense of being weighed down. "I'm sooooo stressed," we say. And we usually mean it in a bad way.
But what if I told you that stress isn't...
Recently, a woman in her fifties approached me. "I have a problem with my mother," she said. "She calls me all the time, sometimes more than once a day, and it's very inconvenient for me."
I asked what she'd like to be different. She said she wanted to talk to her mother 2-3 times per...
John and Denise had been married for 10 years, but Denise was still feeling unhappy and insecure. "When I was single, I was unhappy and insecure. Then I married John and became married, unhappy, and insecure," she told me.
This statement perfectly illustrates a common misconception that many...
Dealing with a narcissist can be an emotionally draining and challenging experience. Narcissists often disregard personal boundaries, manipulate others to get their way, and leave their victims feeling powerless. However, by understanding the importance of setting boundaries and implementing...
Do you often find yourself overwhelmed, exhausted, or feeling like you're constantly giving more than you receive? Boundaries are essential for maintaining your mental health, fostering positive relationships, and ensuring that you have the time and energy to pursue your own goals and dreams.
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