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Brooke James | Marriage & Family Therapist, Writer

Author: morningcoffeetherapy

My name is Brooke, I currently practice in the Raleigh area as a counselor for individuals, couples, and families recovering from addiction. Most of my writing comes from morning coffee reflection or a long run. As a disclaimer, my writing is one perspective. While reading, please assume it your responsibility to take what is helpful and leave the rest. Peace. Love. Gratitude. Email Contact: brooke@rnb4counseling.com

Re-Engage the Body to Heal

Photo by Miguel Bruna on Unsplash For healing, the body leads; the conduit of output as input. . . . . . . . . Felt in the far back molars of the jaw, stress saran wrap clings to the body. While the body takes on the occupation as a stress manager, it is unlikely to be a … Continue reading Re-Engage the Body to Heal →

morningcoffeetherapy Mindfulness Leave a comment April 19, 2020May 16, 2020 1 Minute

Peace and Suffering

Without the experience of suffering would all good and peace just be ignored and expected?

morningcoffeetherapy Grief, Mindfulness Leave a comment January 4, 2020 1 Minute

Projection

Projection can occur in our relationships when we feel powerless. It can act as avoidance of conflict and is likely to show up passively in other relationships.

morningcoffeetherapy Mindfulness, Personal Growth, Relationships, Therapy Leave a comment October 6, 2019October 6, 2019 2 Minutes

Mindfulness and the Tongue

The practice of mindfulness provides space to learn how the body postures when stressed, relaxed, or happy.

morningcoffeetherapy Anxiety, Mindfulness, Personal Growth, Therapy Leave a comment June 15, 2019June 19, 2019 2 Minutes

Mindfulness and Isolation

Our thoughts are apart of us, they are not the sole vote of our identity. On the other hand, if we have difficulty allowing the movement of thoughts, we can feel isolated and stuck.

morningcoffeetherapy Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Mindfulness, Personal Growth, Relationships, Therapy Leave a comment May 11, 2019 2 Minutes

Resistance to Mindfulness

I consider for a moment what it's like to be connected to the present. I quickly recall, like abrasive film strips, my last journey. It was too difficult, too painful, and far too overwhelming.

morningcoffeetherapy Grief, Mindfulness, Personal Growth, Relationships Leave a comment March 2, 2019March 2, 2019 2 Minutes

Addressing How Control Impacts Relationships

Addressing how control impacts relationships.

morningcoffeetherapy Anxiety, Codependency, Relationships Leave a comment December 28, 2018June 30, 2020 2 Minutes

Emotional Inequality in Relationships, Part 2

Ways we can promote emotional equality in our relationships.

morningcoffeetherapy Relationships Leave a comment May 15, 2018July 1, 2020 4 Minutes

Emotional Equality in Relationships, Part 1

Have women accidentally taught men they shouldn't take on emotional responsibility...

morningcoffeetherapy Anxiety, Codependency, Personal Growth, Relationships, Therapy 1 Comment January 28, 2018August 23, 2018 3 Minutes

Painsgiving

Can we find gratitude through grief during the holidays.

morningcoffeetherapy Grief Leave a comment November 23, 2017January 28, 2018 2 Minutes

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The journal prompts and mental health reflections shared here are meant to offer support, inspiration, and tools for personal growth. They are not a substitute for therapy, counseling, or professional mental health care. If you're finding yourself in need of deeper support, reaching out to a licensed mental health professional can be an important and empowering next step.

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