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“To stay with that shakiness—to stay with a broken heart, with a rumbling stomach, with the feeling of hopelessness and wanting to get revenge—that is the path of true awakening.” -Pema Chodron, When Things Fall Apart It has been a challenging time. Quarantine, necessary civil
Reasons to Get Vaccinated for COVID-19 [Transcript] It has been over one year since the start of the pandemic. Finally, we are in the stage of getting vaccinated for COVID-19. Many people feared that a vaccine for COVID-19 would be years away. Thankfully, it is
Grief is a complex emotional response to something or someone you love being taken away. The pain of the loss can often feel overwhelming, coming in intense waves, and managing grief can be a real challenge. You may experience all kinds of painful and unexpected
It is nearly impossible to go one day without encountering a fervent message on how to approach our relationship with food or our bodies. With an expected growth of $278.95 billion by the year 2023, the global weight-loss industry has proliferated by selling us countless
In the thick of the COVID-19 pandemic, so many parts of our daily lives have changed. Some of us have started working from home. Others have lost jobs. Inescapably, we have all had to completely change the way that we communicate with friends, family, and
Practicing Compassion to Reduce Stress And Build Resilience [Transcript] Today we’ll be exploring how practicing compassion to reduce stress can help build resilience. I’ll be drawing from a number of sources today, but want to name the researcher clinicians Kristen Neff, Christopher Germer, Ruella Frank,
Nowadays, you are likely spending more time with your partner than ever before. Navigating this newfound togetherness, while also dealing with the stress of a global pandemic, can put additional strain on your relationship. How do you voice your frustrations in a calm way? How
Polyamory and open relationship structures have gained significantly more attention in the past few years. More and more couples are interested in having an open relationship and challenging society’s expectations of seemingly traditional couples. However, navigating open relationships can also be challenging at times. Opening
What Are Some of the Most Common Symptoms of Depression and How Do We Manage Them? [Transcript] In this video, I would like to explore the common symptoms of depression and how we can manage them. I will break down the three most common symptoms
It can be hard to choose a therapist. When perusing profile after profile online, peppered with different psycho-babble that might not ring a bell, you may not know which therapist is right for you. Wouldn’t it be nice if these profiles came with a key
For many of us, being kind to other people comes naturally. Being kind to ourselves, however, is a different story. I often hear clients tell me about how compassionate, and supportive they are to their loved ones. I also often notice how these same people
The holidays feel different this year. In the face of a continued global health crisis, many are struggling with grief, loss of income, and disconnection from those they love. While it’s important to acknowledge the difficulty of this year, it’s also valuable to recognize the
The holidays have a way of creating an intense buildup of anticipation and then leaving us with a profound sense of disappointment and stress. Of course, this is not always the case and it may not be everyone’s experience. But for those of you reading
The holidays often bring up emotions ranging from joy and excitement to depression and loneliness. This happens any year, but 2020 has been particularly rough for many people. Even the cheeriest of people may be finding it difficult to get in the holiday spirit. Between
Ask a Therapist: How to Manage the Holiday Season During a Pandemic [Summary] The holidays are going to be a bit different this year, and we want to support you! In this Q&A, you’ll hear from our therapists about how to cope through handling stress
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