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Misuse of the Word “Trauma” to Describe an Experience
We have all experienced things that can be classified as upsetting, distressing, or disturbing. However, I frequently hear from people that they’ve experienced multiple traumas or even just one thing specifically that was very "traumatic." Similar to calling someone...
Things You May Experience After a Partner’s Betrayal
You are not losing your mind. You are not crazy. It is easy to feel this way after learning of an unfaithful partner's actions and realizing you are having a lot of adverse behavioral and emotional reactions to the news. Your partner or spouse...
Valentine’s Day: For the Committed and Single Alike
Negativity Around Valentine's Day Lately, I have noticed that many individuals respond unenthusiastically when discussing their Valentine's Day plans, or even after simply wishing them a happy Valentine's Day. Upon examining their response...
Toxic Positivity: Unhelpful Despite Best Intentions
We have all had the friend or family member who tries to be helpful by telling us to "forget about something," "let something go," or "not to worry." Chances are though that when this happens, you may feel shutdown, or as though you are not able to...
Are Things Really as Bad as They Seem? Things to Consider Before You Decide So
It Happens to All of Us The littlest things can sometimes feel like the biggest things. We are all guilty of it; something (that in all actuality is very small) happens and yet we react to it as though it is the biggest threat. We may sulk, we may reflect...
What Happened to You Is Not Your Fault, But…
Your healing is your responsibility. Your trauma is not your fault, but your healing is your responsibility Powerful, and true. You may not be responsible for the trauma you experienced, but no one else is responsible for your healing. This...
The Power of Perspective Shift During Difficult Times
"When you're in a dark place, you sometimes tend to think you've been buried. Perhaps you have been planted. Bloom." This quote really resonates with me. It represents a dramatic shift in perspective that we all could benefit from adopting. In particular,...
Developing and Attaining Your New Year’s Resolutions
With today being New Year’s Eve, many are thinking about what they would like to change or what they want to be different in 2019. These are what we call resolutions! The idea of resolutions is one that should be applauded and supported; after...
Mentally and Emotionally Preparing for the Holidays
The phrases "Happy Holidays," “Merry Christmas,” “Happy Hanukkah,” etc. can often be heard at this time of the year. Most people who share these messages of cheer do so with positivity and excitement about the holiday season. Likewise, some...