Book Review: Try Softer by Aundi Kolber
Trying softer is…”com[ing] out of survival mode…experiencing tenderness toward who you are…the path that leads to true connection and joy…and paying compassionate attention to our own experiences and needs.” (page 6) At the beginning of 2020, I chose the word Gentle...
Identity – what, or who, defines you?
Phew, it’s been a couple of weeks since I have shared on the blog. No excuses, just a really full schedule. Using this space to share my thoughts is really important to me, but I also want to share content that is helpful and authentic. I came across something this...
Setting relational boundaries
Welcome back to this two-part series on boundaries. If you need to catch up, check out last week’s blog to understand what boundaries are, examples of what we have the responsibility in our lives to own, and the benefits of setting boundaries. This post will cover...
What are boundaries?
One of the fascinating things about working as a counselor is seeing the “trends” in the struggles of my clients. It’s just something I have noticed in my years in the profession. I don’t like to see the suffering, but so much of what we go through is common and...
Are you ready for counseling?
Many of the people inquiring to my office have never been to counseling before. Taking that first step of calling a counselor takes courage! I welcome anyone into my office that seeks help. The first step is recognizing it’s beyond what you can process through on your...
Changing our thought patterns
Recently we were at one of our favorite Lake Michigan towns…Pentwater. This location has a special place in my heart; although I haven't been to a lakeshore town I don’t like, but Pentwater has a very special place in my heart. As we crossed over the dune to watch the...