Relationships often begin with a bang. This bang is known as the “honeymoon stage,” and this is when the fireworks go off. Individuals in this stage report feeling head over heels and even out of their minds in love. These individuals experience an intense desire to be near the object of their affection and deeply... Continue Reading →
People tend to carry guilt around with them like a two-ton boulder. Something happened when they were younger that they grew to regret. Maybe a relationship ended, a poor decision was made, or reckless behavior was penalized. Possibly, words were left unspoken, a chance wasn’t taken, or the love of one’s life has gotten away. ... Continue Reading →
First of all, what is resilience and why is it something that we need? Most simply put, resilience is what helps us to bounce back from adversity. Resilience is the process of adapting effectively in situations such as trauma, tragedy, or significant stressors such as loss of a job or the death of a loved... Continue Reading →
I’ve noticed several celebrity engagements occurring in the news lately. After dating for several weeks, these couples become engaged to be married. There is a possibility that it is a result of copy catting a trend advertised in the media. It can also be the result of impulsivity, or the tendency to act on a... Continue Reading →
Have you ever been at a place in your life where you think, “I don’t know if I can make it”? The journey is long, it has been exhausting, and mental fatigue has set in. Sounds a little like what life in general can become. Maybe it’s a medical condition that is chronic, offering glimmers... Continue Reading →
Children of all ages are constantly learning. Their brains are literally hardwired for it! They are little sponges soaking in anything and everything about their environments. Early childhood and adolescence are critical stages in development for this very reason. Often times messages that children learn during these periods stick with them long into adulthood whether... Continue Reading →
Self-Love If someone asked you to write a list of things that you love, what comes to mind? Most often, among the first to pop up is people. Perhaps you think of your partner or your children and eventually move on to family, friends, pets, and other loved ones. You imagine their faces and... Continue Reading →
How often do you find yourself putting yourself last on your list of things to do? Kids, laundry, carpools, cooking, cleaning, working, it never ends. Do you hear a voice in your head telling you to just run away? Often times, when we put everything before us, nonverbally we tell our environment... Continue Reading →
“We can learn something new anytime we believe we can.” Virginia Satir Virginia Satir, an American therapist, social worker, and author, who helped expand the world of family therapy. Along with Jay Haley, Milton Erickson, and Cloe Madanes, Virginia Satir was one of the many who shaped family therapy within the field of psychology. In... Continue Reading →
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