personal growth

Self-kindness and emotional well-being are closely linked. Many of us seek emotional relief when life feels heavy, whether it is anxiety, sadness, overwhelm, or tension in relationships. ... Read More

We all want to feel needed, appreciated, and connected. But when your sense of worth hinges on how much you do for others; when saying no feels dangerous or caring for yourself brings guilt; ... Read More

The battle between hope questing vs doomscrolling defines our digital age. We’ve all been there. With the best intentions, we head to bed ready for a full eight hours of sleep. We ... Read More

Wait… Why Does This Feel So Hard? You landed the new job, moved into a fresh space, ended (or started) a relationship, or became a parent. This transition was supposed to be exciting, ... Read More

Nineteen years ago, I made a decision that changed my life: I had gastric bypass surgery. At the time, I weighed 365 pounds, and my relationship with food, my body, and even my self-worth ... Read More

In fulfilling relationships, it’s natural to want our loved ones to change. We often recognize their potential and believe that if they adjusted certain behaviors, things would improve. ... Read More

Learning how to manage stress effectively becomes essential as we navigate life’s constant changes. This gentle stress management approach through self-compassion offers a sustainable ... Read More

What does it mean to be a therapist? What happens when someone discloses about killing someone in therapy? Has that happened to you yet? Talk about getting out of my comfort zone! As therapists, ... Read More

Have You Been Feeling Stuck?   One of the worst places to be is in a rut. This happens when you feel at a standstill with your career. You don’t necessarily hate your job enough to ... Read More

Self-care really exploded as a topic in self-help and psychology over the last 10 years. And since we are heavily focused on doing things in our society, you can find countless articles ... Read More

The growing presence of false and misleading information being disseminated through news outlets, social media, and word of mouth is growing at an alarming rate across the globe (van der ... Read More

by Katherine French-Ewing, MA, Licensed Professional Counselor in Colorado What Are YOUR Ripple Effects? The other day, I was in the grocery store people-watching (a favorite pastime). ... Read More