Relationships are such tricky things. We come to them with all sorts of expectations, ideas, and history, yet we seem to keep repeating the same patterns. We search for someone who is completely …
Recontextualizing Memories
It is not uncommon for our childhood traumas to have a hold on us throughout our lives. What most of us don't realize is that we can transform, change and re-imagine those traumatic times as adults, …
Constant Vigilance
Seeing what we don't want to see about ourselves is some of the hardest work we can do. Self-examination, self-reflection, and self-analysis is key to truly knowing ourselves. It's not easy. and it's …
Pain and Purpose
Listening to pain is one of the most informative things we can do. We don't like it, we don't want it, and yet pain is one of our greatest allies. It lets us know that there is something that needs …
Hearts on Sleeves
Presence in our lives is more about the awareness of our inner state than the outer world. We often think that being present is about how we are with other people. Are we paying attention? Are we …