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Surviving the Holidays Amid the Narcissism of a Family Member December 9, 2014 . 21 Comments
Healthy relationships require empathy, trust, reciprocity, vulnerability, compromise, accountability, and authenticity to endure the test of time. Unfortunately, in families where an individual ... Read More
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Breaking Bad Moods: 15 Tips for Shaking the Funk You’re In December 3, 2014 . 14 Comments
We have all had a case of the blues. You know, those times in our lives where the world looks bleak and things just don’t seem to be going in our favor. No matter how hard we try ... Read More
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The Secret to Ending Procrastination? Keep Your Pajamas On November 26, 2014 . 9 Comments
Vinyasa yoga, integral yoga, yin yoga, restorative yoga, chair yoga, yoga therapy—I love them all, but pajama yoga is what I do in the morning. Pajama yoga is yoga plus—a secret weapon ... Read More
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Everyone Needs Help from Time to Time—Therapists Included November 26, 2014 . 13 Comments
“You are never strong enough that you don’t need help.” ―César Chávez My first assignment in graduate school was to write an essay about my experiences in life of asking for ... Read More
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10 Tips for Beating the Holiday Blues November 24, 2014 . 21 Comments
In my private practice, there is often an uptick of depression and resurgence of grief among people who seek my help between Halloween and Valentine’s Day. It’s not uncommon for people ... Read More
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5 Keys to Emotional Wellness November 21, 2014 . 7 Comments
Staying active and motivated throughout the day, week, or month can be difficult. This becomes even harder to achieve when we neglect our mental well-being. Unfortunately, for many people ... Read More
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9 Self-Care Strategies to Reduce Stress October 29, 2014 . 11 Comments
Stress is a normal part of our lives that can motivate us to accomplish projects that we might not otherwise pursue. Reacting to stress in a healthy way can give us the jump-start that ... Read More
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Who’s Taking Care of the Caretaker? October 22, 2014 . 13 Comments
The other day I was supposed to meet a dear old friend. The last few times we had plans, she canceled last minute because her mother, now 86, needed something. I understood, of course. ... Read More
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How Meditation Can Help You Navigate Grief October 14, 2014 . 3 Comments
Grieving the loss of a loved one can be a horribly lonely experience. It is natural to assume that others don’t really understand or “get” our loss. Although we hope to find people ... Read More
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4 Benefits of Sharing Your Smile or a Laugh October 13, 2014 . 5 Comments
Have you ever busted out in good, hearty laughter for a couple of minutes and then felt a rush of blissful joy? You know the kind of laugh we’re talking about; the one where you have ... Read More
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Learning from Our Kids: 5 Ways to Make Parenting More Fun October 6, 2014 . 8 Comments
You’re always thinking about how to be a good parent. You read articles, talk to other parents, and learn about the latest techniques. You cook healthy meals, help with homework, drive ... Read More
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5 Facts about Stress (and 17 Ways to Deal with It) September 23, 2014 . 20 Comments
Americans are famous for being a hard-working bunch, taking the fewest paid vacation days off. I, for one, spent the summer studying advanced yoga therapy techniques on weekends, and working ... Read More