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The Mayo Clinic defines Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) as a mental health condition that’s triggered by a terrifying event — either experiencing it or witnessing it. This sort of trauma may not necessarily produce PTSD. In some situations, the … Read more
Somatic Psychology has been defined as the study of the mind/body interface, the relationship between our physical matter and our energy, the interaction of our body structures with our thoughts and actions. * The word Soma comes from Greek meaning … Read more
It is common in our Western culture to get caught up in dualistic thinking: black or white, right or wrong, you or me. We take a position that is in opposition with another position–and then feel “right and justified” in … Read more
Our culture seems to be speeding up, creating an “instant world.” We’re given the message that technology, information, food, transportation, communication all must be FAST. Although the world around us may be moving more quickly, our human bodies and souls … Read more
We all have behaviors we seek to change that affect our daily lives – mind, body and soul. Often the best way to combat the uncomfortable situation to which we feel captive is to face it head on with our … Read more
The relationship between mood and food is complex and interactive, and has been extensively studied and examined for decades. Your mood can influence what and when you eat, however the converse is also true – what and when you eat … Read more
17th century poet John Donne is credited with the phrase “no man is an island.” Even the most self-reliant of us is affected by family, friends, coworkers, acquaintances, even pets. In our modern age, this phrase rings more true as … Read more
We can go through life with gratitude or with bitterness, with joy or with anxiety, with hope or with despair. The way we feel inside won’t change our external circumstances, but it can alter our perception of them and how … Read more
I have blogged about self-love and what seems opposite to it – shame. Shame is a component of our shadow-self. When we are conscious of what our shame is about, it is not be considered shadow> (It is not hidden … Read more
There is an unfortunate saying in our culture that is often used to punish or discipline children: “Shame on you!” Rather than shame ON you, it would be more accurately worded shame IN you. Shame is a shadow, a hint … Read more