Maintenance

I took my daughter for an evening bike ride this week. For me, it's never just a bike ride. My mind can't help itself but drift to therapeutic analogies. As we took a ride, we quickly ran into a squeaky wheel situation. The single brake I had been relying on to not be squeaky, … Continue reading Maintenance →

Releasing Regret

Releasing Regret Far too often I come across conversation, soaked in past regret. For example, a friend shares about bad choices, missed opportunities and wishful ideals from the past. I for one, have regrets, awkward high school memories and many things I wish I did differently. I am definitely not above throwing a pity party … Continue reading Releasing Regret →

Home, Work, and Play

Ever wonder how people really are? Are they really the same person you see? I do. I’m sure I am not alone in this. This idea is labeled congruence in the counseling field. Perhaps you remember this math concept: Congruence in counseling describes an individual’s harmony with themselves. For today, let’s focus on three areas: … Continue reading Home, Work, and Play →

Why we wait to get help

It’s probably a human problem of pride. It sure seems like no one ever looks for help until the absolute last second. Maybe you are about to end a relationship, give up on yourself, or you are at a state of anxiety where you don’t sleep at all! Why do we do this to ourselves? … Continue reading Why we wait to get help →