by monicaborschel | May 20, 2020 | Emotions, Meditation, Stress
Erin was a corporate lawyer who worked ten-hour days, five days a week. On the weekend she would try to make time for herself but instead found herself worrying about work, answering emails and going over paperwork. By the time Sunday came, she couldn’t get...
by monicaborschel | Apr 29, 2020 | Emotions, Love, Marriage
In a global economy, you or your partner might have to travel for work. There are both upsides and downsides to spending time apart. The upside is that you can do what you want to do when you want to do it. The downside might look like taking care of the home and...
by monicaborschel | Apr 22, 2020 | Emotions, Psychology, Trauma
Betty often felt spaced out when she was at home alone. She was so used to going and working hours on end, that when she had downtime, she felt anxious. What “should” she be doing? She was exhausted, but she felt guilty for resting. She would lie down...
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...
