How to Break the Cycle of “What If” Thoughts
The “What if” It is 3 a.m. You are lying in bed. Your mind is racing with thoughts of, “What if…” You have tried telling...
Feelings are an emotional state or a reaction to stimuli. While feelings tend to be abstract in nature, they are frequently physically felt, for example, heart palpitations and a flushed face.
Traffic Light People in Your Life
Not all people are considered equal in terms of being loyal, supportive, and caring. Part of being discerning in your relationships with others is being...
The Top 10 Reasons for Work-Related Stress
Everyone feels stress. It is inescapable. There are three important questions to consider when thinking about stress: Do you generally consider stress “good” or “bad?”...
How Pets Affect Your Relationships
Statistically, two out of every three American homes include a pet. As a result, Americans are more likely to have pets than children! Ninety-five percent...
Is This All There Is? Is the BIG Question
“Is this all there is?” “Is this as good as it gets?” As a licensed clinical social worker, a mental health therapist, these are two...
The Range of Feelings and Various Intensities
Comments from Kathryn, the author of this blog and a licensed clinical social worker. Understanding feelings can be very difficult. What may not be understood...
Responding to Those That Don’t Win or Lose Gracefully
Comments from Kathryn, the author of this blog and a licensed clinical social worker. The following is a brief excerpt from my book, The Win-Lose...
Red Flags: An Excerpt From My Relationships Relearned Book
Comments from Kathryn, the author of this blog and a licensed clinical social worker. The following is a brief excerpt from my book: Relationships Relearned:...
How is Your Self-Esteem and Confidence?
Comments from Kathryn, the author of this blog and a licensed clinical social worker. The following is a brief excerpt from my book, Stop Being...
Five Important Coping Skills for a Restful Sleep
Comments from Kathryn, the author of this blog and a licensed clinical social worker. The following is a brief excerpt from my book, Crush Your...