The Mean Girl and The Bathing Suit
There’s a voice that’s been with me most of my life. She’s sharp, relentless, and knows exactly where to hit. She criticizes my appearance, and questions my worth. She’s rude, condescending, and- if I’m being honest – downright...
Why Is It So Hard To Say Something Nice To Ourselves
Frequently, I point out to my clients that they are bullies. Not bullies to anyone else, but really big bullies to themselves. They are highly critical of themselves, say mean things to themselves, and are generally not very nice people when speaking to themselves....
The Dirty Little Secret Of A Control Freak
Let’s just say… I like things done a certain way. So when I left town for work when the kids were home (which happened about six times a year), I would tend to prepare my family like they’re about to go through military training. I left behind what I call the...
To The Fathers Raising Daughters
There’s a unique and powerful role that fathers (or father figures) play in a daughter’s life—one that leaves a lasting imprint on how she sees herself and how she moves through the world. A father is often the first man a girl will ever love, and his presence (or...