Recognize Your Value:The Importance of Self Worth
Self-Esteem, Self- Confidence and Self-Worth People often confuse self-esteem and self-confidence; they are similar, but so different. Self-esteem is how you appreciate and value yourself; this changes over the course of your life as you experience different things and meet different people. Self-confidence is your belief in yourself and your abilities. Basically, self-esteem is what […]
Navigating and Understanding Trust Issues After a Narcissistic Relationship
Trusting Again Hey there, I’m glad you’re here. I want to talk to you about something really important: trust issues after a narcissistic relationship. As a social worker, I’ve helped a lot of people heal from these toxic relationships, and trust me, it’s not easy. One of the hardest parts is figuring out how to […]
Social Isolation After Divorce
Alone Time I recently read a New York Times article about the importance of solitude, and it made me think about how much I need alone time. I really crave time alone. One of my favorite places to get some of this sacred space is in my car. The library is another great place for […]
A Guide to Emotional Resilience and Stability
3 Ways to Find Balance During Separation or Divorce: Separation / divorce are one of life’s most challenging transitions. These events upend all of life as we know it and upend the future. You may have thought you had some things figured out in life; now it seems everything is uncertain. You’re probably experiencing a […]
Navigating the Emotional Rollercoaster of Divorce
How is Divorce Both an Ending and a Beginning? Have you ever thought of divorce as both the end of one day and the start of another? Just like midnight marks the end of one day and the beginning of the next, divorce closes the chapter of marriage and opens a new one that can […]
Navigating the Emotional Rollercoaster of Divorce
The Role of Friends and Family Divorce is often compared to riding an emotional rollercoaster—a tumultuous journey filled with unexpected twists and turns. It’s a period marked by profound change, loss, and often, intense emotional upheaval. Throughout this difficult process, the support of family and friends can be a beacon of light or, conversely, their […]
How Has My Divorce Affected My Well-Being?
Divorce, the Mind and Body Divorce can be one of life’s most challenging transitions, in fact it is listed up there in the top 5 life stressors. It impacts every facet of a person’s existence, including their health and well-being. Navigating the emotional, financial, and logistical upheaval of divorce can take a toll on anyone’s […]
Understanding Narcissism: The Story of a Love-Bomber
The Story of the Love- Bomber Can you go back and remember that day when you fell headfirst in love? The days that seemed almost too good to be true? The days that felt like you had found your Prince Charming and you became the princess while sitting upon the glorious pedestal. That amazing whirlwind […]
Co-dependency and the Road to Recovery
Codependency and Relationship Addiction When looking at codependency in a relationship, it is important to bear in mind that it can exist between romantic partners, family members, friends, and co-workers. Each person involved is mentally, emotionally, physically and/or spiritually reliant on the other. Codependency has also been referred to as “Relationship addiction” because individuals often […]
Property and Your Divorce
First Things to Ask Divorce is a life-altering event, impacting individuals not just emotionally but financially, both immediately and long into the future. One of the most contentious and complex aspects of divorce is the division of property. The financial decisions have lasting consequences, thus navigating the financial landscape during and after a divorce requires […]
