In the first part of this blog series, we explored how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are interconnected and how patterns like negative thinking and schemas can shape our experiences. But awareness alone isn’t enough to create lasting change. In this second blog we’ll survey the practical tools that Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) provides to help... Continue Reading →
As the months continue to pass and spring is right around the corner, it brings a sense of excitement. Warmer weather, sunlight, outdoor activities, and summer plans ahead. With the start of a new year, many of us set goals or resolutions, but as life becomes busy, it is easy to lose track of them.... Continue Reading →
According to the National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN), Intimate Partner Violence (IPV), also known as domestic violence, occurs when one person intentionally harms, threatens, or controls a current or former partner or spouse. Abuse may develop as a repeated pattern of coercion and control, but even a single incident can be a warning sign.... Continue Reading →
Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) describes a difference in how the brain interprets and responds to sensory information. This includes input from sight, sound, touch, taste, smell and movement. For people with SPD, everyday sensory experiences can feel overwhelming, underwhelming or confusing, making daily life more challenging. While SPD is most often identified in childhood, it... Continue Reading →
Ever listen to a song and feel like it was written just for you? There is this Francesca Battistelli song that is running through my brain these days because it reminds me of my life when my procrastination runs amok. There is a line in there about getting pulled over for speeding when you are... Continue Reading →
In the previous blog, I introduced the difference between feedback and criticism. In Part Six, I will address blame and our inner critic. Blame and Burden According to Caldwell, taking responsibility for our actions and for what we have done wrong is essential to regaining our power. It allows us to accept ourselves and learn... Continue Reading →
Mindfulness breathing is one of the most accessible and effective ways to support both mental and physical wellbeing. By gently directing attention to the breath, we can calm the nervous system, reduce stress, and reconnect with the present moment. Mindfulness breathing exercises are simple, adaptable, and often serve as a gateway into broader mindfulness and... Continue Reading →
We now turn to another important section of the book: Feedback versus Criticism. Caldwell explores how our interpretation of the world and others shapes both our reactions and our perceptions. Feedback describes a situation as it is and invites awareness and understanding, whereas criticism often triggers feelings of shame, defensiveness, and withdrawal. We will delve... Continue Reading →
I am not a fan of winter. The coldness is especially harsh this year. My day is set when waking up to unplowed snow when I need to leave for work. Not to mention I dislike the restrictions when bundling up in layers. I start to feel depressed when winter comes along. Now don’t get... Continue Reading →
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