Dealing with grief after the death of a loved one can be a huge heartbreak. This type of grief can bring on different waves of emotions, because you can no longer just pick up the phone and call them. Death has such a gravity to it because of how finite it is. No longer [...]
Having the “fear of abandonment” while in a dating relationship can leave you feeling vulnerable and insecure. You are eager to commit yourself in a loving relationship, but “what if” thoughts of being abandoned are preventing you from building trust or being able to enjoy creating a companionship. Lessons to Help You Overcome the [...]
It has been theorized that only a small fraction of communication is actually done through words. Your eyes, your facial expressions, the shape your mouth takes when you speak, the tone of your voice, body language – many things come together when you are speaking to another person. Likewise, these things are coming your [...]
For those in a position of leadership, having professional development goals is an important part of growing as a leader. Setting personal leadership goals demonstrates initiative and provides a framework for professional development for those under your leadership. It is vital to cultivate a positive working environment, and this is achieved by expecting people [...]
“Codependency” is almost a catchphrase in popular culture. But what is the clinical definition of codependency, and how can you tell if this problem is characterizing your relationship? Let’s get into the details of what this condition is and how it plays out in real life. What is Codependency? A Definition So, when we [...]
Are you struggling with an addiction to alcohol or drugs? Or maybe it’s not you who’s struggling, but your family member or someone else you’re close to? Do you need more information about a chemical dependency treatment program? If so, keep reading. Chemical Dependency … What Is It? The fifth edition of the Diagnostic [...]
Do you have anger management problems? Are they negatively affecting or even destroying your life? Have you lost respect from others and yourself? Do you feel guilty, ashamed, or on edge much of the time? Anger is a powerful and destructive force, but it doesn’t have to be a life sentence. While dealing with [...]
Anxiety is not a respecter of persons. It affects both women and men, adults and children, but it tends to have different faces according to the ages and genders of the individuals it afflicts. Research reveals that young adolescents and children typically experience anxiety symptoms like excessive worrying and phobias, while PTSD generally peaks [...]
In the following article, we will define and describe abandonment and then will discuss the seven prevalent symptoms associated with a fear of abandonment. If you find that any of that this sounds like it applies to you, we would love a chance to set up a time to meet and to chat with you [...]
What do you think of the statement, “Anger is never the first emotion”? Think about the most recent time in your life when you felt angry. Did you get mad without any other emotion beforehand? If you consider it, you’ll probably agree that sadness, hurt, or some different feeling preceded the anger (whether you use [...]
