What’s Done is Done

Recently, I gave one of my clients the assignment of repeating again and again, “What’s done is done.” Based on her scowling face, I’m pretty sure she didn’t like that assignment. Like many of my clients, she seemed to relish the opportunity to beat up on herself over...

[Video] How do I stop feeling overwhelmed?

When you begin to realize that overwhelm is a mindset, it will be easier for you to stop anxiety in its tracks. If you think about it, if you have a full day of enjoyable events, you don’t feel overwhelmed. So ask yourself if you spend your day doing things you...

A Few Minutes of Credit

Most of you are probably right in the middle of the holiday chaos.  Some of you may revel in the meaning of the season, family time, etc. but some of you may be in the middle of a stress induced fog and counting the minutes to the new year and a more predictable...
Worrying Before You Need to Worry

Worrying Before You Need to Worry

Here are some common things that I hear from my clients, “I’m so worried about her going to high school. I mean what if she doesn’t make friends.” “I’m so worried about his new friend because he may turn out to be bad news.” Or “I’m so sad that I’m going to lose my...
How to Enjoy a Stress Free Life!

How to Enjoy a Stress Free Life!

Living Stress Free Often after a week of working with clients I find that a theme shows up for a number of clients.  Some common themes have been struggling with setting limits, lack of confidence, fear of success, and relationship issues.  There is one theme,...
The Yes/No Method For Holiday Sanity

The Yes/No Method For Holiday Sanity

The holidays can be a glorious time for family togetherness, great food, beautiful decorations, and spiritual and religious growth. It can also be prime time for the dreaded emotions of resentment and guilt. What is it about the holiday season that summons up...