Do you ever turn back to old habits and ideas? Do you struggle to move forward towards your dreams and passions? I think we all can answer yes to these questions. I recently learned of the courageous story of Hernando Cortez who led his people to conquer the Aztecs. In 1519, he sailed to...
Continue readingControlling Your Anxiety Before It Controls You
Anxiety is like an ugly monster hiding in your closet. It is always there waiting to come out. Eventually the monster cracks open the door to peer out. Over time, if we do not acknowledge its presence, it will open the door further and enter into our lives. Often we want to ignore anxiety,...
Continue readingAm I having a Panic Attack??
I often talk to clients who wonder if they have experienced a panic attack. Clients describe pain in their chest, shortness of breath, sweating, and dizziness to the point of sending them to the emergency room. They fear that they are experiencing a life-threatening medical concern. Fortunately, for those prone to anxiety, these are...
Continue readingCelebrating Mother’s Day after Loss
Mother’s Day can be a celebrated day for some and a challenging day for others. For those whose mother has passed away, one may feel grief and sadness over their loss. Mother’s Day is a reminder of what used to be and what no longer is. It can bring with it an array of...
Continue readingOnly “Crazy” People Do Counseling?
When I told my mother that I was in counseling, she said, “Why do you need counseling? What is so wrong that you need to talk to a professional?” I hear these types of comments often. People believe there must be a “big” problem or that they must be “crazy” to need counseling. I am...
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