Disillusionment Is the Beginning of Love

Disillusionment Is the Beginning of Love

Aren’t fairy tale romances so sweet! Who doesn’t want to be love bombed, struck with the certainty that this is “the one” and live happily ever after? Unfortunately, that’s not how life works. And when we use that as our template for what...
How Nice is “Too Nice?”

How Nice is “Too Nice?”

Most of us were brought up to be nice. It makes relationships easier and living more hospitable, but where do you draw the line? How nice is too nice? What’s “Nice?” Before we talk about how nice is too nice, let’s define what it means to be...
Are you a Bystander or Participant in Your Life?

Are you a Bystander or Participant in Your Life?

Some people observe life. Some live life as an object and let life act upon them. Others participate. If you want to live fully, be a participant in your life. Observers Observing is a great skill! It helps you to take in data so that you know what’s going on...
It’s a Wonderful (Codependent) Life

It’s a Wonderful (Codependent) Life

Who doesn’t love movie therapy? It’s the Christmas season. It’s a Wonderful Life is one of my favorite movies. It gets me all teary eyed every time I watch it. AND it’s a great illustration of what codependency looks like. Want to learn? Come...
Do This if You Want To Get Out of a Rut

Do This if You Want To Get Out of a Rut

A really great way to get to know yourself, get out of a rut, or increase low self esteem is to practice expanding experiences. Expanding experiences is just what it sounds like. It’s about trying new things mindfully to see what you like and what you...