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Five tips for letting go of negativity

Five tips for letting go of negativity

by Dr. Monica Borschel | Jan 29, 2023 | Change, Emotions, Meditation, Self worth

The definition of negativity, according to the dictionary, is “the expression of criticism of or pessimism about something.” The opposite of negativity is optimism. Being pessimistic or critical of ourselves and others can damage our self-worth and affect...
To Forgive or Not

To Forgive or Not

by Dr. Monica Borschel | Nov 22, 2022 | Emotions, Family, Forgiveness, Relationships, Self worth

Placing Blame – When something negative happens, people often look to place blame on themselves or others.  If you can blame yourself, then perhaps you can avoid the same mishap from happening again.  If you blame someone else, it removes some of the heavy feelings of...
I am a shell of what I once was

I am a shell of what I once was

by Dr. Monica Borschel | Apr 19, 2022 | Abuse, Grief, Love, Marriage, Relationships, Self worth, Self-Esteem, Trauma

Suzanne had been at the height of her career when she met her ex-husband, Mark. She felt like she had finally made it. She was loved by many and had financial security. On the other hand, Mark had just retired from a lucrative finance job. When they met, Mark was...
I just wanted to be loved

I just wanted to be loved

by Dr. Monica Borschel | Feb 17, 2022 | Love, Relationships, Self worth, Self-Esteem

Elizabeth sat on her therapist’s couch, trying to answer questions about her life as a teenager.  She had dabbled in drugs, ran away, used men for her own ends and chronically shoplifted.  Elizabeth was nothing like that now.  Currently, she was a successful lawyer...
I am always angry, and I hate it

I am always angry, and I hate it

by Dr. Monica Borschel | Feb 4, 2022 | anger, Anxiety, Depression, Emotions, Self worth

Andrew walked through the busy streets of Hong Kong, waiting for someone to bump into him.  As he walked through Central, people would look at their phones as they walked into him.  He tried not to get angry, but the tension would build until he would snap and...
You Don’t Need to Suffer in Silence

You Don’t Need to Suffer in Silence

by Dr. Monica Borschel | Feb 4, 2022 | Abuse, Brainspotting, Self worth, Self-Esteem, Therapy & Psychology, Trauma

Mark came from a prominent yet abusive family.  He often felt agitated and angry at the world and everyone in it.  He needed help but was concerned about privacy and exposure.  He had heard that therapy and coaching were private and confidential, yet he was still...
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