How many people during this pandemic - sheltering in place, in quarantine, or lock down - need to ask for forgiveness? An internet search didn’t return with a relational result, rather than a financial one
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As therapists, we don’t always get to pick our specialties. Sometimes they pick us. Such was the case for me with Reactive Attachment Disorder. I have more than 27 years’ experience working with teens and adults and it’s normal for any number of issues to present, all as varied as the people that sit across from me…
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It’s all new, the potential for, well, anything is in it. There are no mistakes or regrets in it. Even if you are carrying over a few less than stellar situations from last year - face these with a new perspective. Review and re-frame them as needed.
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So what stresses you, or increases your anxiety this time of year? Is it preparing for guests, preparing your home, preparing meals and treats? What about the extra financial strain? What about those difficult family relationships?
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Talking about forgiveness in nice psychological or theological terms keeps it sterile and at a safe distance. The reality is it’s not nice…sterile…or safe. It’s not cheap, quick or easy either. When you look deeply at the issue of forgiving another person…
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Have you been forgiven? Have you forgiven? Most of us can answer yes to both questions. Tim in his down-to-earth, straight talk, from a teacher’s heart style of writing helps build the steps we need to reach healing through the powerful act of forgiveness...
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September is National Suicide Prevention month. Usually the focus on those at risk as is appropriate; but, what if you’ve already lost someone to suicide? I’d like to address the loss experienced by those who are still living…
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The depth of pain, hopelessness, overwhelmed-ness, sadness - you name the feeling - is tragic and for some unimaginable. You don’t have to understand the pain to be able to help. You also don’t need to be a mental health professional to make a difference. Here are some ways you can help make a difference…
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How much we work is something that we have some say in. Work-life balance? No such thing. There’s just life…
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We have many things in our lives that are out of our control or our sphere to manage. Choosing a few goals or setting resolutions that we genuinely value can help us gain a sense of control and help us learn to live life well…
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