Are You Obsessed With Your Ex?
When a relationship ends with someone you love, it’s normal to grieve. It’s a huge loss. You have spent time with this person and invested a part of your life. You may be tearful and sad. Usually intense grief occurs for approximately 3 months. Yes, this person will be in your memories and heart for most of your life. But, what happens when you just can’t shake this person and he consumes your thoughts? You believe he’s made an awful mistake. You might be heading down the wrong path. Read the rest of this entry »
From Resolution to Revealing
I have chosen not to make any resolutions this year. Making a resolution implies that one has resolved something in his/her life. I see resolutions as seeing the world from a linear point-of-view. As if we start and stop. I see our changes as circular or in cycles. So I chose the word revealing. What do I wish to reveal this year? How do I want to reveal my true self? Read the rest of this entry »
Happy Holidays!
I want to thank all my readers, clients and colleagues for an amazing year of growth, support, and love. I have learned so much from all of you and have felt so honored to be a part of all of your lives. I look forward to 2009 and our continued growth.
Thank you and see you in the New Year!! Read the rest of this entry »
Women & Recovery
Earlier this month (October 18, 2008), I spoke on a panel at the Summit Conference located at Loyola Marymount University. The subject was focused on Women & Recovery. I was asked to speak about my experience working with women who struggle with drugs, alcohol, and sex/love addiction. A question was raised, what is different about treating women versus treating men? Read the rest of this entry »
That Nagging Thought
Have you ever had a nagging thought that just didn’t seem to go away? The kind of thought that comes after you have done something that you feel really awful about. Let’s say you said something you didn’t mean, to a friend or colleague. Then you have an after thought and it only gets bigger and bigger and won’t seem to stop. I’ve totally been there! Read the rest of this entry »
Letting Others Help
You may have a goal that you wish to accomplish. For example, losing weight, starting a business, writing a book and etc. Developing and executing a plan is very important. However, we don’t hear to much about how gaining support from others can help us stay disciplined and accomplish our goals. Read the rest of this entry »
What is My Purpose?
A common question I’m asked and that I have also asked myself is, “What is my purpose?” I think this question is a deep existential question that some ask often throughout a lifetime. Events or situations can occur that can spark this deeper question. However this question enters our lives, it can be the most meaningful journey that we take. Read the rest of this entry »
Take the Challenge… Fast from Complaining for 7 Days
Have you noticed that complaining can fill our minds so easily? You might complain about the traffic or the way someone prepared your food. What would it be like to stop complaining for 7 days? Read the rest of this entry »
Group Psychotherapy is a form of therapy where a group of people meet together, with a group psychotherapist, and make an agreement to use one another for a therapeutic experience. Read the rest of this entry »
Living a Mindful Life
During the first two Saturday afternoons in June, I offered a free seminar on the subject of Mindfulness, “The Art of Training One’s Mind.” We had a great time practicing this skill. I thought it would be great to share what we practiced to those that we unable to attend. Please feel free to share this newsletter with friends and family. Read the rest of this entry »