To Regret or Not to Regret

Regret is often seen as a negative emotion that we should strive to avoid. We are told to live with no regrets and to make every moment count. That’s certainly what I used to think. Those who know me as a therapist, workshop leader, or speaker have likely heard...

Overloaded and Overwhelmed

The most frequent concern I’m hearing from clients right now is that they’re overwhelmed. Not just from work pressures or family commitments or financial stress (all very prevalent in the holiday season), but even the things they turn to for connection, recreation, and entertainment. They’re inundated by choices, from...

Anxiety and the Power of Pause

According to the American Psychological Association, as many as 70% of primary care visits are driven by patients’ psychological problems. Though you may go to your primary care practitioner with physical health issues, anxiety is likely to be a contributing factor. The impact of anxiety is multi-faceted. It may...

Feeling Stuck?

You’ve read that pile of self-help books. You’ve attended therapy for a while. You’ve taken your meds without ever missing a dose. You’re making progress towards living your life in recovery, even if the biggest sign of that is the fact that you haven’t given up. But you still...

Creating a Sanctuary

Everyone needs a corner, a room, or a space of their own where they can sit quietly and focus inwards. Our nervous systems are not able to be fully restored or refreshed if we are constantly moving. Only when we balance joyful movement with stillness, can we find a...