Ever wake up in a horrible, rotten mood? What kind of day can you expect to have? A horrible, rotten one, right? Why? Because the way you feel determines what happens in your life. That’s why tending to our emotions, making sure we feel good, is the most important work we can do. Until we…
You’re not meant to go through life feeling bad. No, really. You’re meant to go through life with as much joy and exuberance as a 4 year-old running through a sprinkler with abandon on a hot summer day. You’re meant to enjoy your life. You’re meant to laugh. You’re meant to delight in your day.…
Hypnotherapy TrancePlan and Life Coaching Often when working as a psychotherapist I am very aware of underlying dynamics which began very early in life. In the life coaching field although it is wonderful for many people it can be less accessible for many people because of their underlying long-standing issues. In order to prepare somebody…
“This is NOT working!” Mrs. Y (alias for confidentiality purposes) exclaimed in an exasperated manner. It had been barely 20 minutes into her session, her first session with me, and her very first therapy session in her life, before she unleashed her wrath on me. I could not understand anything about Mrs. Y from her…
Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health complaint, according to NAMI, the National Alliance on Mental Illness. About 18% of adults in the U.S. suffer from some form of anxiety disorder. Women account for 60% of the diagnosed cases. Anxiety disorders are more than feeling anxious occasionally. Anxiety disorders are a pervasive sense of…
End Daylight Savings Time For Sleep’s Sake For more than a century, Daylight Savings Time (DST) has been an integral part of the lives of people across the globe. Twice a year, approximately 70 countries set their clocks forward or back by one hour to make better use of natural daylight and conserve energy. However,…
Could insomnia be fuelling your relationship conflicts? Insomnia is a lonely and isolating place. The nights are painfully long, and while everyone else peacefully sleeps, you suffer. The symptoms of poor-quality sleep are often invisible, and no one truly understands the torment unless they’ve experienced it. One recent study of over 2,000 young participants in…
Stress is a natural response to any kind of demand or threat. It’s a feeling of tension and pressure, and it can come from a variety of sources, such as work, relationships, finances, health, and other life events. Stress can be experienced as both physical and emotional symptoms, including increased heart rate, sweating, muscle tension,…
Valentine’s Day is often associated with romantic love, but it’s important to remember that self-love is just as important for our mental health and well-being. Here are some ways to prioritize self-care and show yourself some love this Valentine’s Day: Practice self-compassion: Treat yourself with kindness, understanding, and compassion, just as you would with a…
Sleep, Fatigue and Multiple Sclerosis Insomnia and daytime fatigue are common problems (and much of what follows applies to anyone struggling with inadequate sleep). But if you’re living with Multiple Scleroses, it’s significantly more likely that you’re struggling with poor sleep. Approximately 40% of people with MS experience chronic insomnia (chronic means at least 3…