Recent Road Trip A few months ago, I took a rare solo road trip to visit an old friend. I’ve always loved long drives—they offer uninterrupted time to reflect, free
Introduction Adolescence is often a time for building self-esteem through relationships, sports, academics, etc. My path was different. I spent my teens devouring self-help books and audiotapes, contemplating the teachings
How Common is ADHD? I recently met a man wearing a t-shirt that read: “AD⚡️HD: Highway To…Hey Look, A Squirrel!”. While humorous, living with ADHD is no joke. It’s a
A Parent’s Journey As a seasoned professional who has dedicated my career to providing support to people with disabilities, I thought I knew exactly what to do when my 18-month
Introduction My first graduate school professor, a seasoned private practitioner with a strong resemblance to Sigmund Freud, began with, “You cannot fully appreciate life until you fully come to peace
The Illusion of Control I once saw a picture of a man meditating in front of an erupting volcano with the caption, “Relax. Nothing is under your control”. This article
Phases of Life Life unfolds in distinct chapters. Childhood is a time of discovery and adventure. Adolescence centers on social life. Late teens and early adulthood involve planning and pursuing
What ‘Color’ Are You? By ‘color’ I mean your unique identity- not your skin shade. Many people are trying to discover who they are, what they stand for, and their
The Interplay of Shame & Resentment I recently worked with a woman in her 70’s who had struggled with shame and self-hatred for decades. Her harsh self-loathing significantly damaged her
Free-fall into Commotion My first true panic attack changed my life. For months I lived in constant fear of the next one. I was scared of lights, sounds, passing cars,