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  Before we can release ourselves from the grasp of toxic shame we need to be able to silence our inner critic as this is what is whispering to our toxic shame and making it grow.   [...]

What are Emotions? Have you seen Inside Out 2? This movie was recently released and it, as well as its predecessor, sparked a lot of curiosity around the topic of emotions. One significant topic [...]

As I discussed in the two previous blog posts about the different types of shame and how to recognize them, this post is about how to heal toxic shame once you realize you are struggling with [...]

Getting Started In the previous blog post, I described the differences between healthy and toxic/unhealthy shame. In this post I will use the terms toxic and unhealthy interchangeably in [...]

Shame is a complex emotion that is often associated with negative experiences, such as guilt, embarrassment, and humiliation. However, not all forms of shame are created equal. Some forms of [...]

  As an introverted dad, it’s important to prioritize self-care, time alone, and find ways to manage stress that work for you. Being an introverted dad myself, I have found it [...]

How To Overcome Procrastination: Normalize Procrastination –  It Happens to Everyone Reframe How You Think about Goals Learn a More Effective Strategy to Accomplish any Problem Begin [...]

What is Introversion? Do you consider yourself introverted? If you’re unsure if you are an introvert, feel free to check out this blog post – it discusses some of the main criteria that is [...]

  Understanding the Window of Tolerance Have you ever heard of the Window of Tolerance? It’s key to understand when learning about stress management. Originally developed by Dr. Dan [...]

Have you shared details of your life with someone in order to practice being more open and vulnerable? Perhaps you decided to share something you have been struggling with and thought it would be [...]