One way in which we can clear our thoughts and start fresh is by actually working to clear out the clutter we all tend to accumulate far too much of. By deciding to let go of a lot of the physical “stuff” that weighs us down, we can begin to appreciate the importance of what […]
Better Understanding PTSD: Symptom Categorization
Individuals who have been diagnosed with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) know just how debilitating the symptoms can be. However, there are multiple ways in which these symptoms can manifest, and sufferers can experience the aftereffects of trauma in many different ways. The Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM for short) lists several major […]
Compartmentalizing Each Piece of Self to Focus on Healing
In those quiet moments in which we are practicing mindful thinking, sometimes it helps to focus on each area of self that needs attention – really focus and actively listen to anything distressing, so we can figure out how to correct it or, at the very least, make peace with it. One way in which […]
It’s All a Matter of Perspective: Shift Yours Today
It was a woman’s birthday and her husband came home with a bouquet of flowers, but they weren’t roses. And, while they were a beautiful assortment of bright colors, she wondered why the love of her life hadn’t sprung for her favorite red ones. So, she thanked him, but decided to ask. Her husband replied, […]
Hope and Healing: Recognizing PTSD in Others
It’s important to identify the signs and symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder to we can pinpoint exactly what we need to improve so we can move forward. It’s often easier to identify these symptoms in ourselves than it is in others, however. This is because we know ourselves intimately and know when we just “feel […]
Beware a Narcissist’s Holiday Hoovering
Narcissists love the holidays. But, not for the same reasons we do. Of course, they love to get gifts and surround themselves with others so they can bask in the spotlight. But, they also enjoy the holidays because these occasions give narcissists the perfect excuse to up the hoovering. Many feel a little different around the […]