How do you define forgiveness? What has your family, friends, an institution, or life taught you about responding to an offense? Most people understand on a fundamental level that letting go of past offenses is a healthy practice. There are many misconceptions about...
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Mastering the Art of Setting Strong Boundaries
In a world that emphasizes constant connection, setting boundaries with people is crucial for maintaining healthy relationships and well-being. Many consider boundaries a method of keeping others at arms' length. In actuality, boundaries are often the guidelines for...
Embracing Growth: The Power of a Growth Mindset in a Fixed World
In our pursuit of success and personal development, we often encounter two distinct mindsets that shape our approach to challenges and learning: the fixed mindset and the growth mindset. Coined by psychologist Carol Dweck, these mindsets significantly impact how we...
Why does the child abuse I experienced still affect me as an adult?
When you cried as a child, did someone hug you, scold you, hit you, or ignore you for hours, sometimes days? Hopefully hugged, but if you are reading this, more likely scolded, hit, or ignored you. As a child, your brain is a lump of clay waiting to be sculpted by...
10 steps to living your best life
What do you think is preventing you from enjoying the life you want? Are you trying to please everyone? Do you compare yourself to others? Are you afraid to fail? If any of these questions struck a chord with you, then you might not be living your best life or the...
Discerning Self-Esteem and Confidence
When people discuss their perception of themselves and their relationship with self, terms like confidence and self-esteem often appear interchangeably. While these terms share a close connection, self-esteem, and confidence are distinct concepts that influence our...
PCOS and depression: What’s the link?
What is PCOS-related depression, and how can you manage it? Have you recently been diagnosed with Polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS)? Do you also suffer from depression? Maybe you’ve had both of these diagnoses for a while but you’re not sure what that actually means...
How to find a therapist in Philadelphia: A Full Guide
Congratulations! You’ve decided to get therapy. You’ve gone back and forth with yourself, and possibly your loved ones, about what getting therapy means about you and if it can actually help. Spoiler alert- therapy will benefit you, and you may even have a little fun...
Ethical Non-Monogamy
Individuals and couples are exploring different forms of relationships and intimacy. One of the most prevalent topics is ethical non-monogamy (ENM). While non-monogamous relationships have been around for centuries, it is only in recent times that we have seen a...
Dating in Sobriety: How to Get Started with Romance
You did the hard work to get sober, and now you realize how scary dating in sobriety can be. For many people, when they first get sober, the idea of being in a relationship, such as a casual sex partner or fuck buddy, a more serious partner, maybe someone you’ve been...