I love you, je t’aime, ti amo.. These are just some of the ways in which love is communicated verbally. How do you communicate I love you? How do you feel most loved? What is it that others, whether it be your partner, family member or friend, do that makes you feel...
Stress is often treated as a problem of the mind. We tell ourselves to think more positively, worry less, or simply “calm down.” But if you’ve ever known logically that everything is okay while your heart is racing, your shoulders are tense, or your...
The holidays are just around the corner and while this time of year can be a ton of fun, it can also be a time of stress and anxiety. Things can become even more stressful at family gatherings. The dysfunctional family dynamics that occur during the holidays are...
Perfectionism is a trait many individuals proudly self-identify with. I remember having the “I’m a perfectionist” answer in my back pocket for a job interview question asking about my greatest weakness (because who didn’t like a perfectionist, right!) The truth...
Have you ever noticed that some people just leave you feeling exhausted? You start off feeling good but after a conversation with someone you are left feeling tired. This may be because you are in the presence of an energy vampire. An energy vampire is someone who...