A common misperception exists that therapy is supposed to sterile, cold, and impersonal. The stereotypical scenario is that you go to the therapists’ office, lie down on the couch, and talk. All the while, a therapist sits in a chair, taking notes. Occasionally they speak up to say, “how does that make [...]
The New Year means celebrating and looking back on all that happened over the last 365 days. However, for professionals, the coming year brings the first quarter (Q1). While it's okay to look back on the past, but not to dwell on it too much either. Now is the time to start [...]
The holidays are upon us, which means sharing meals, exchanging gifts, and spending quality time with the people you love. If you have a new romance in your life, then this time of year has an extra special meaning. However, it can also be one of uncertainty, as you both [...]
Previously, we discussed what it means to be a relator versus an evaluator in my post Relator or Evaluator? How to Know Your Relationship Strength. To sum up, a relator approaches relationships through communication, trust, and empathy. Whereas, an evaluator is good at problem-solving and analyzing problems. Both have their strengths [...]
Humans are naturally optimistic, continually hoping for the best in life. Plus, it takes plenty of optimism as well as a willingness to work hard to accomplish anything in this world. Optimism drove people to explore the oceans, build skyscrapers, and journey into space. So, why is it so hard for [...]
When you have any form of a miscarriage, let alone an early miscarriage, it’s easy to start going down the rabbit hole of “if only.” You tell yourself if you had only had done this or that thing differently, then the results would be different than they are now. But [...]
Most parents-to-be are typically filled with anticipation and excitement (among many other emotions!) at the prospect of adopting a baby. However, many forget a significant aspect: they are not “getting” a baby. Instead, they are being matched with a child for whom the arrangement is best suited for their needs. [...]
Perhaps no other word strikes dread into the hearts of a pregnant couple than “miscarriage.” Unfortunately, between 10-25% of all pregnancies end in miscarriage. These statistics leave many couples grappling with the pain of a miscarriage. After all, one day, they had been planning on adding a new life to their [...]
Congratulations on your decision for adopting a child! This choice is not typically an easy one—nor should it be. After all, welcoming a new child into your home and life is an important one. Plenty of highs and lows are involved in the adoption journey. Thankfully, support is more abundant [...]
Lately, you’ve taken more of an interest in your mental health. After all, it’s really interesting! Although, when you first discovered your mental health condition, you were a little resistant. Now you have moved past that and are diving into this new aspect about yourself. In the past, you frequently wondered [...]