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How to Say No Effectively and Keep Your Friends

How to Say No Effectively and Keep Your Friends

Saying can be a challenge especially when you want to maintain good relationships with friends. Somehow saying no can seem like a rejection of our friends or as if we are saying we don’t value them. Here are some ways to say no gracefully without risking your...

Trauma and the Impact on Relationships

Trauma and the Impact on Relationships

Trauma can be invasive, impacting your interactions with those you love and interact with. The lingering effects of childhood abuse, the aftermath of a natural disaster, or the scars left by an abusive relationship, trauma can leave lasting imprints that affect how we...

Three Ideas for Increasing Intimacy in Your Life

Three Ideas for Increasing Intimacy in Your Life

Show up for others and be mindful of the relationship. There is so much loneliness in the world today. Blame it on the pandemic or technology or something else but loneliness is epidemic. Loneliness is one of the primary issues for perfectionists, people who have...

Some Characteristics of the Overcontrolled (OC) Temperament

Some Characteristics of the Overcontrolled (OC) Temperament

Everyone has a personality--it's kind of important! Research shows that personalities tend to be in two broad categories--overcontrolled (OC) and under controlled (UC). Tending to be OC or UC is not a problem. But sometimes problems can come from your basic...

Building a Sense of Peace and Contentment

Building a Sense of Peace and Contentment

Building a sense of peace involves finding ways to destress your life and bring in activities and relationships that add joy and fulfillment to your life. It also often means understanding and focusing on your sense of purpose. When you live your life day to day, you...

The Impact of Psychological Trauma on Your Physical Health

The Impact of Psychological Trauma on Your Physical Health

Psychological trauma doesn't just affect your mental and emotional well-being - it can have profound effects on your physical health as well. The mind-body connection means that traumatic experiences can manifest in very real physical symptoms and health issues. Let's...

Three Ideas for Increasing Intimacy in Your Life

Three Ideas for Increasing Intimacy in Your Life

There is so much loneliness in the world today. Blame it on the pandemic or technology or something else but loneliness is epidemic. Loneliness is one of the primary issues for perfectionists, people who have built significant wealth, CEO's and also those who are...

Living in a Limbo Loop: Thriving in a World of Change

Living in a Limbo Loop: Thriving in a World of Change

The world is in a constant state of flux. From the ever-evolving realm of technology to the social landscape being reshaped by AI and the increasing disconnect within communities, it can feel like we're living in a never-ending transition phase.  This constant change...

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