Feelings Unleashed: Understanding & Harnessing Emotions

Emotions are messy and confusing – they can so easily take us for a ride. Loneliness can carry us into bad relationships. Our fears can keep us isolated & prevent understanding others. Our shame can ruthlessly feed self-doubt & self-torture. Our resentments & unspoken anger can keep us stuck. We are unable to communicate decently […]

Shame’s Stranglehold On You & Your Relationships

Shame strikes at the core of an individual’s self-worth. When individuals feel ashamed, they believe that they, themselves, are bad, rather than simply acknowledging that they have done something wrong, which is why shame can be a massive roadblock to healing for so many people. Shame is a powerful and complex emotion that affects individuals […]

DENIAL & SELF-DECEPTION DAMAGE RELATIONSHIPS

Accepting reality and acknowledging one’s strengths and weaknesses is essential for personal development. By denying or distorting reality, individuals may miss opportunities for growth, self-improvement, and reaching their full potential. So lying to ourselves definitely stunts our growth. DENIAL & SELF-DECEPTION DAMAGE RELATIONSHIPS Accepting reality and acknowledging one’s strengths and weaknesses is essential for personal […]

HOW COUPLES CAN WIN WITH FINANCES

Money & how to manage this difficult subject as a team instead of ignoring the problems or constantly fighting. Money is a powerful force that touches every aspect of our lives, and when it comes to romantic partnerships, it can be a source of unity or division.  How Couples Can Win with Finances Money & […]

HUNTING DOWN THE RIGHT THERAPIST

Therapy is a process that has to be honest…it is both an art & a science in my mind. It is impossible to grow if both of your feet are in comfort & support. You need to straddle the line between support, safety & being challenged or uncomfortable. Therapy requires that you be uncomfortable to […]

From Clashes to Connection: Using Disagreement to Deepen Relationships

Agreement and harmony are too often celebrated as the cornerstones of strong relationships, it is only in the presence of healthy disagreement that truly adds depth, resilience, and growth to these bonds. Disagreement, when approached constructively and respectfully, can foster better understanding, promote critical thinking, and lead to enhanced empathy and connection among individuals. When […]

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The nitty gritty about what relationships require to survive presented by a psychotherapist of 40+ years of experience. The episodes are 20-30 minutes of substance without any ads.