Rationalization vs. Justification – The Difference
In everyday communication, the words rationalization and justification are frequently used interchangeably. But, do they really mean the same thing? Simply put, rationalization is an...
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.
People Can Be Like Burnt Marshmallows?
We all know what a burnt marshmallow is. It is a marshmallow that was left toasting too long on a campfire. A burnt marshmallow is...
Gossip, Rumors And Idle Chatter Is Not Helpful
What are “idle chatter and rumors”? It is what gossip was called in the 1700s! While we now associate the word gossip as being negative,...
YOLO Is Making The Best Of Life
So What is YOLO? You Only Live Once. There is no coincidence that YOLO is the topic for the last Relationship Relearned blog of 2022....
Dividing Your Emotional Pie Energy
What is an “emotional pie”? An emotional pie is a visual that I developed many years ago. What I have found over the last 40...
The Difference Of Being Alone Or Lonely
Since the start of the pandemic there has been a lot of discussion about people feeling alone and about people feeling lonely. Divisive politics especially...
Elections: 15 Helpful Tips to Manage the Hysteria
It has happened again. There has been another contentious, divisive election. No one really “wins”. Because whatever candidate or party won or lost on November...
Jealousy vs Envy – What You Need To Know
Your next door neighbor pulls into their driveway in a brand new black Mustang convertible. You rush over to your neighbor as they are getting...
Guilt vs Shame – Why It’s Important To Understand
In everyday communication, the words guilt and shame are frequently used interchangeably. Do they really mean the same thing? No. “I am a terrible person.”...
Want Therapy? – Where and How to Find a Therapist
If you have decided to go to therapy and decided what type of provider to go to, for example, LCSW or PMH-NP, How to Find...