Fear is the secret name of Life.It is the hidden pulse beneath flesh and stone,the silent cry at the root of all becoming. Darkness is the mother of light.From her unseen womb,the stars are kindled,and the eyes of living things awaken. That which strikes terror into the marrow of our bonesis but the mirror of … Continue reading The Song of Fear and Flame
Ever felt like there’s a boardroom full of wildly different personalities in your brain trying to steer your life? One minute you’re calm and in control, the next you’re rage-sprinting through imaginary arguments, and then—just like that—you’re crying because your dog blinked too slowly and it felt personal. Welcome to the human psyche. It’s crowded … Continue reading 🧠👑⚔️❤️🧙‍♂️ The King/ Queen, the Warrior, the Lover, and the Wizard in Your Head: Using Archetypes in CBT
Let’s be real—uncertainty is the worst. If life had a customer service department, we'd all be calling in, demanding an immediate update on our future. "Yes, hi, I’d like to know if this new job will work out? And also, will my houseplants survive the next two months? No? Can I speak to the manager?" … Continue reading Embracing the Unknown: A Survival Guide for Uncertainty (No Crystal Ball Required!)
The Detailed Guide to Five Secrets Let’s face it—human communication can sometimes feel like playing chess with a toddler: unpredictable, messy, and occasionally ending with someone crying in the corner. Enter the Five Secrets of Effective Communication, a game-changing toolkit developed by Dr. David Burns. These strategies aim to turn chaotic exchanges into conversations that … Continue reading Unlocking the Five Secrets of Effective Communication: Your Shortcut to Fewer Fights and More Harmony
Are you tired of feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain about your mental health? What if you could shift your perspective and take control of your emotional well-being without relying solely on external solutions? This article will walk you through three transformative ideas that can help you build resilience, clarity, and a sense of purpose. By … Continue reading Transform Your Mental Health with These 3 Life-Changing Insights
Note to Reader:To some of the visual and cognitive apparati who may be reading the words of this article, the following idea may strike as completely revolutionary while to others, it may be obvious and boring. However, regardless, of which camp you fall into, I wanted to ask you, actually tell you, and this is … Continue reading Mindscapes in Motion: Navigating the Ever-Changing Terrain of Mental Health
Imagine your soul as a bottle of perfume. No, really. Bear with me here. A perfumer meticulously grinds, distills, and extracts the essence from flowers, creating something rare and fragrant. But before the bloom becomes a bottle of Chanel No. 5, it must endure crushing, burning, and distillation. Painful? Yes. Worth it? Absolutely. The same … Continue reading Perfume, the Soul, and the Seven Valleys: A Journey Through Mental Health
Note to Reader: To some, the idea I’m about to propose might sound revolutionary. To others, it could seem as obvious as the nose on your face—or the existential dread behind your eyes. Either way, here it is: Mental health is not a destination. Well, it sort of is, but not really. Before you roll … Continue reading Mental Health: Journey or Destination
Imagine you're at a crossroads in your emotional life, struggling with stress, anger, or anxiety. What if I told you that the secret to overcoming these challenges lies not in what happens to you, but in how you think about it? This is the foundation of Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy (REBT), a powerful approach pioneered … Continue reading A Playful Guide to Transforming Your Philosophy and Mental Well-Being
Hi there, dear reader (and maybe future therapy enthusiast?). Let’s talk about something most therapists tiptoe around like a cat avoiding a bath: resistance. That’s right—resistance. It’s the part of you that’s clinging to the couch, arms crossed, going, “Change? Nope. Not today, buddy.” I’m a TEAM-CBT therapist, and let me tell you, we don’t … Continue reading Why Your Resistance is Futile… But Also Kind of Awesome
