Attachment is a concept that is spoken about a lot. Formed in the earliest years of our lives, it goes on to impact us for a lifetime. Yet it is surprisingly difficult to find any reading material that goes beyond infants to how it impacts adults in relationships. This article, by Adam Young, is the best I have found yet.
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Self-Worth Part 1 – Why You’re Already Enough
One therapy goal that comes up consistently with clients, is a wish for better self-esteem, self-worth, or self-love. The thinking seems to be that this quality needs to be gotten somehow, or more of it needs to be obtained, or built in some way. This thinking makes...
The Complexity of Loving Someone Who Hurt You
When we are kids, we should grow up within an atmosphere of love and safety. But when someone who is supposed to love you also causes you harm, you can become an adult who has a confusing mix of love, anger and longing towards that person. Resolving these conflicted...
How to Handle Tricky Family Christmas Events
If you are one of those people where Christmas time with family does not conjure scenes of warm smiles, hugs and the warm fuzzies, or if you feel obligated to attend events where your boundaries might be ignored, you don’t feel welcomed or respected, or you just feel...