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Self compassion as a motivator Whenever I bring up self compassion to my clients, I’m usually met with some skepticism or resistance. When I talk about how showing yourself unconditional love and understanding can actually help motivate you to get things done, people are a little hesitant to believe me. They might believe that accepting…
Mindfulness has been defined as the process of bringing your attention and awareness to experiences occurring in the present moment. This process can be more difficult when what we are experiencing in the present moment is anxiety. The feeling comes in all shapes and sizes, from basic first date jitters to a full blown panic…
Self-love is the best kind of love a person can give to himself or herself. Sadly, it's the scarcest form of love that exists. A little self-love is definitely in order if you experience low self-esteem or have recently gotten out of a relationship that was not edifying or enriching to your sense of worth.…
Sometimes we can take a good night’s sleep for granted. For some of us, it doesn’t come that easy. Falling asleep becomes such a challenge when we feel like our thoughts are racing at night, or we struggle with managing anxiety. There are ways to quiet our minds and calm our bodies before bed. Following…
Choosing to enter an addiction treatment center can be a scary decision, but it doesn’t have to be. Addiction treatment centers are designed to help you get sober and stay sober when you have a hard time helping yourself. Many treatment centers can be paid for by using your health insurance. It is now common…
If you are addicted to the nicotine and other chemicals in cigarettes, then there are several ways to kick this bad habit. You might have tried and failed in the past, but there is always another chance at beating the addiction. Try any of these six methods for overcoming your addiction to cigarettes, and let…
Thanks to popular culture and love stories, many of us grow up with unrealistic expectations about what love and relationships are all about. This may be especially true if you grew up without many positive role models to show you what healthy relationships look like. As you begin to develop your own romantic attachments in…
Long distance relationships can often be full of trials and tribulations. As with any relationship, no matter how close or far apart the two involved persons may be, it can be filled with the usual up and down roller coaster moments that couples all experience at various points within their relationship. There are a few…
Exploring the type of attachment style that you have can be an excellent way to learn more about yourself and how to have better, more evolved relationships with romantic partners, family members and friends. There are three primary attachment styles that people have: anxious, avoidant and secure. Read on to learn more about how you…
Whether you're going on a third date or trying to maintain a marriage that's lasted decades, setting healthy boundaries is essential for a successful relationship. A partnership of any length will of course have its ups and downs, but proper boundaries ensure that neither party feels disrespected. By understanding your established limits and how they…