Normal Grief Reactions

Normal Grief Reactions

The vast, contrasting experiences of change are sometimes overwhelming. “I feel as if it isn’t real.”  “My mood changes over the slightest things.”  “I feel so relieved.”  “I never knew it would hurt so bad!” “Why do I feel out of control.”  “I’m so lonely.”  “I don’t...
The Underrated Heartache

The Underrated Heartache

they did not tell me it would hurt like this no one warned me about the heartbreak we experience with friends where are the albums i thought there were no songs sung for it i could not find the ballads or read the books dedicated to writing the grief we fall into when...
Radical Acceptance

Radical Acceptance

I learned the term radical acceptance when I was facilitating a Dialectical Behavior Therapy group with woman in early recovery from addiction.  Asking the women to fully accept the reality of their situation seemed like a terrible thing to ask of them, because it...
Holiday Grief and Planning Ahead

Holiday Grief and Planning Ahead

“Grief sucks.” – Everyone Ever This post is for you if you are grieving the loss of a loved one.  Let’s acknowledge that this year may be different and will likely be tough.  We can also hope that it will be alright, or even great! But that word “tough” may barely...
The Shadow Personality

The Shadow Personality

I like seeing Halloween photos appear on my Facebook or Instagram newsfeed. People look happy dressing up in costume and being playful together.  I think one reason Halloween is enjoyable is because it is a time that the Shadow is socially acceptable, appreciated, and...
Coping with Distress in the Aftermath of a Shooting

Coping with Distress in the Aftermath of a Shooting

“Watch the pounding surf. Watch the waves lap against the shore, their beginnings somewhere far out to sea, their beginnings in a storm we might never see. Know your oneness with those waves, with the water of the seas.”  – Melody Beattie, Journey to...

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