by monicaborschel | Jan 15, 2020 | Depression, Emotions, Self-Esteem
When people feel like they are not good enough, they harm themselves inadvertently. This harm can look like not taking care of their hygiene, not eating healthy, not exercising, or by pushing others away. In more severe cases, it can be substance abuse, suicidal...
by monicaborschel | Dec 4, 2019 | Emotions, Family, Relationships, Trauma
Violence can come in multiple forms including verbal, emotional and financial intimidation. Physical violence is what tends to stand out in our minds because it threatens our personal safety. Acts of violence can stem from a feeling of lack of control, a desire to be...
by monicaborschel | Nov 27, 2019 | Emotions, Parenting, Teenagers
Lily was always a quiet and sensitive teen. She was compassionate and cared deeply for others. Her high empathy made her susceptible to falling into rescuer mode with others less fortunate than her. Her new friend Ariane was popular and beautiful. She was everything...
by monicaborschel | Nov 6, 2019 | Emotions, Family, Grief
Death is a difficult concept for adults to grasp, let alone children. However, children as young as four can understand finality. When children see adults grieving, they want to understand and will ask questions. Sudden death and tragedies can be more complicated as...
by monicaborschel | Oct 30, 2019 | Depression, Emotions, Psychology
Max has a constant desire to be in control. When he is not in control, he does not feel safe. Because of this need to be in control, Max can be quite rigid. This rigidity has taken a toll on his relationships, both personally and professionally. Others have become...
by monicaborschel | Oct 23, 2019 | Emotions, Meditation, Parenting, Relationships
Cynthia is a single mom of two active boys. To support her children she also needs to work. She feels guilty that she doesn’t have enough time for her children, so she spends all her free time with them. She loves her children, but she is overwhelmed and...
