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When does it stop hurting?

“When does it stop hurting?” I’m often asked this question as a therapist. Emotional pain can be unbearable at times. For many of us, it is easier to block out the thoughts and feelings we don’t want to feel. However, the more we avoid pain, the more we internalize our suffering. Maybe you’re experiencing grief … Continue reading »
When does it stop hurting?
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Avoiding Conflict

“When we avoid difficult conversations, we trade short term discomfort for long term dysfunction.” ~Peter Bromberg How often is your response to conflict, “I don’t want to talk about it”? OR do you apologize to the person, agree, and accommodate them? Perhaps you attempt to shut down the other person by just accepting all the … Continue reading »
Avoiding Conflict
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Holiday Stress

As a therapist, inevitably when this time of years rolls around, I have people tell me how this is “supposed to be” the best and most magical time of the year. It doesn’t matter if it’s a client, family, a friend, co-worker or acquaintance. The conversation is then typically followed up by some sort of … Continue reading »
Holiday Stress