There are seasons in life for sowing. The hustle, the grind, the pushing, the planning and the achieving. There are other seasons for reaping, the ease, abundance, flow. There are also those in between times, where we feel stuck, unsure which direction to go. These are all a part of the ebb and flow ofContinue reading “Hustle and Flow”
Category Archives: positive psychology
Why We Feel Angry: The Hidden Emotions Beneath Anger
In both my clinical practice and personal life, I have noticed feelings of anger and rage coming up more frequently. Anger can show up when boundaries feel violated, when we feel powerless or out of control in a situation, when we feel invalidated or misunderstood, and in many other circumstances. What many people don’t realizeContinue reading “Why We Feel Angry: The Hidden Emotions Beneath Anger”
Finding Calm in the Chaos: Managing Anxiety in Times of Uncertainty
Ooof… things have been rough. There has been chaos, conflicting information on the news, and perhaps even big and differing opinions around the dinner table. News headlines focus on uncertainty and can be anxiety provoking. Many are feeling the heaviness of what is happening around us, and a lot have expressed a sensation of fearContinue reading “Finding Calm in the Chaos: Managing Anxiety in Times of Uncertainty”
Toxic Gratitude
With the holiday season upon us it is a season focused on love, connectedness and joy. Yet many during this time of year identify high levels of stress, overwhelm, grief or loneliness. A gratitude practice is a great tool to promote a positive mindset and increase happiness… As long as it does not become toxic.Continue reading “Toxic Gratitude”