Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) is an evidence-based treatment to help provide stabilization to people struggling with chronic suicidal ideation and usually, childhood experiences of trauma. These experiences, among other symptoms, were later categorized into the diagnosis we now know as Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). Dr. Marsha Linehan’s research not only established hope for a previously … Continue reading My soapbox on DBT
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Nadi shodhana
Pump the brakes (holiday alert)
Though there is nothing traditional about this year, our mind’s internal “speeding up” process is as we think through the list of to-dos that correspond with the holidays. Forging ahead into the holiday season is hardwired into the fabric of our society. There are so many longstanding rituals to include decorating, cooking, hosting, and gift-giving. … Continue reading Pump the brakes (holiday alert)
Addiction recovery journey: from where I sit
We are talking about change, yet your highest Self doesn’t appear part of the conversation. I’m inviting you to connect, but you seem far away. Your life is falling apart, can’t you see it? I’m here to hold space for you to be vulnerable, but you are afraid. I can sense your inner torment. I … Continue reading Addiction recovery journey: from where I sit
Crown chakra
You don’t have to be a Reiki practitioner to take care of your energy body, which is comprised of meridians and chakras. Meridians are the energy pathways that pass through at least one vital organ and help that organ’s functionality in some way. Chakras are referred to as “energy centers.” Today we will talk about … Continue reading Crown chakra
Feminism
When did you first learn that “feminism” was a dirty word? It happened to me shortly after my first sociology class when I learned about the different waves of feminism. I couldn’t wait to shout my enthusiasm from the roof-tops! I quickly realized a large sect of society does not value the feminist movement nor understand … Continue reading Feminism
Third-eye (pituitary) chakra
You don’t have to be a Reiki practitioner to take care of your energy body, which is comprised of meridians and chakras. Meridians are the energy pathways that pass through at least one vital organ and help that organ’s functionality in some way. Chakras are referred to as “energy centers.” Today we will talk about … Continue reading Third-eye (pituitary) chakra
When therapy makes things worse
Can therapy really make things worse? You’re probably thinking this would mean it’s time for a new therapist, am I right? Sometimes this is true, and it would be irresponsible to assume otherwise. However, we will cover that a bit further into the discussion. We will first explore the inherent bias within the process of … Continue reading When therapy makes things worse
Throat chakra
You don’t have to be a Reiki practitioner to take care of your energy body, which is comprised of meridians and chakras. Meridians are the energy pathways that pass through at least one vital organ and help that organ’s functionality in some way. Chakras are referred to as “energy centers.” Today we will talk about … Continue reading Throat chakra
COVID-19
What has not yet been said about our current health pandemic? I’ve been turning to my favorite writers, thought-leaders, and spiritual enthusiasts for guidance and grounding during this time. I’m not here to offer much wisdom toward what faces our global community. Undoubtedly, you have been inundated with enough external input. Today I am simply … Continue reading COVID-19