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What Is Your Therapist Listening For?
Advice is cheap. Advice puts the onus on the listener and not the speaker. Advice is often a quick fix—a mere Band-Aid on a wound

‘How Are You Feeling?’: Chronic Illness and Coping with Questions
It is a simple question, but one that can cause more inner turmoil than most of us realize. “How are you feeling?” For countless people
Why Being Kind To Yourself After Failure Is So Important
As young children, we innately think we’re the best, most deserving, wildly captivating humans on the planet! When do we stop becoming our own biggest fans?

Music as Medicine: 3 Ways Your Favorite Tunes Improve Your Well-Being
She was frustrated by her immobility and chronic pain. In her mind, she felt like she could simply stand up and walk wherever she wanted.

You Know Saying ‘No’ Is Important For A Healthy Life. Here’s How To Actually Do it
One of the things I most enjoy about my work as a therapist is the diversity of my clients. I learn new things every day
What Story Are You Telling Yourself?
We all have a victim story. Blame can be laid upon not only strangers, but frequently upon parents, partners, friends, teachers, coworkers, neighbors, and even the government for whatever situation brings discomfort.
As a therapist, many of the people I sit with have a story to tell. Often that story boils down to being victimized in some way.