Sometimes it leaves you numb, and at other times, it feels like your heart is being ripped out, with nothing left to hold on to — that’s the nature of emotional pain.   What you’re feeling is perfectly normal.   Painful situations are inevitable in life. Yet we try our best to avoid pain […]

You know that little voice in your head that sometimes criticizes or judges you? That’s what is known as the "inner critic" in psychology. It's that nagging voice that tells us we're not good enough, smart enough, or capable enough. I’ve found along my life journey that it’s important to recognize that this inner critic […]

You might be surprised to hear that many people aren’t authentically happy.  Sure, they might have some happy feelings sometimes. However, deep down, much of the time they struggle with feelings of sadness, anger, frustration, and so much more. Even so, most people don’t really let others know that they are struggling. When someone asks […]

We ALL have those times when our day has barely started - and we would rather just crawl right back into bed. Unlocking the secret to a great day doesn't require any magic concoction (Unless coffee counts?); it's about embracing the power of small habits. Our daily experiences are crafted by the routines we follow […]