Depression

Self-sabotage is a combination of negative thoughts, feelings and self-defeating behaviors. It is caused by low self-esteem and a lack of self-worth and confidence that create roadblocks in your life. Self-sabotage happens when you are trying to achieve your goals and you come to a standstill with no rational explanation for your behavior. It is … Continue reading »

Loneliness is a feeling of emptiness or hollowness inside of us. It often stems from our lack of connection with others. Even when we are surrounded by people in this world we can still feel emotionally isolated. It is conceivable to be in a lifelong marriage, and still experience a deep, pervasive loneliness. You can … Continue reading »

Unfortunately, we all go through adversity in our lives. Life struggles not only keep us from moving forward, but can also paralyze us. Difficulties can affect our motivation and even influence how we feel about ourselves and our ability to cope. Everyone responds differently to adversity. Most of us eventually do return to our previous … Continue reading »

As much as we try, we cannot control EVERYTHING in our lives. But we have to stop blaming others and ourselves for being victims of bad circumstances, bad luck, or bad childhoods. If you had a less than ideal childhood or your past is filled with mistakes, only you have the power to make certain … Continue reading »

Everyone has different things they are passionate about or dream about having. A good job. A happy marriage. Your own business. Financial freedom. A family. Education. A great social life. Good Health. Meaningful relationships. Wanting something simply isn’t enough. Everyone wants these things. Not everyone gets them. So, the question becomes… “What are you willing … Continue reading »

It’s just not working. Your friends are quick with advice, but they just don’t get it. You certainly can’t talk to your parents. Your partner is too entrenched in the situation. You have been wanting to make changes but you’re too embarrassed, sad or hurt to talk about it. Maybe it’s time you and I … Continue reading »

If you’re suffering from depression you may find yourself spending a lot of time with your phone. Maybe you’re looking at Facebook and noticing all the happy people with their perfect lives, with the selfies and the family pictures that just happen to have that new swimming pool in the background. You’re wondering why you’re … Continue reading »

Don’t get me wrong. Therapy can be painful at times. Confronting and tackling the issues in your life that are holding you back is not always an easy process. But at it’s core, therapy is a conversation. A conversation between you and me with a purpose and a goal. One that spans a range of … Continue reading »

Everyone would like to receive caring, emotional support from others when feeling hurt, alone, disappointed, scared or upset. But what is supportive to one person may not be to another. People differ substantially in the type of emotional support that makes them feel better. If you want the right kind of support, you have to … Continue reading »