Tuesday
Jan152013

TED Talk: What FEAR can teach us, by Karen Thompson Walker

That's right, FEAR doesn't have to be always be negative. I tell my clients to look at all emotions (the good, bad, and the ugly) as their EMOTIONAL GPS. Each emotion is a guide as to what we want more of or what we should steer clear of. However, our emotions can mislead us. Sometimes we respond automatically based on past experiences which is often not helpful in the current situation. We can learn a lot about ourselves when we SIT WITH OUR FEAR.

Is it time for YOU to get curious about the story you are telling yourself and learn to read this story in a more helpful, productive, and less emotionally-reactive way? Marriage and Family Therapists can help you explore your sense of FEAR, understand what layers are not useful, and translate your story into preparation and action.

Intentionally yours,

Lisa

Thursday
Jan032013

The Stress of Infertility

The whirlwind of emotions experienced by couples dealing with infertility can leave the individuals feeling like they are losing control of themselves and their relationship. Exploring your emotions, establishing boundaries, and discussing how you and your partner can support each other during this difficult time can help provide you both the courage, strength and clarity to make the choices right for you both.

Intentionally yours,

Lisa

Thursday
Jan032013

 

Need help changing your unhelpful thoughts? Couple and Family Therapists can help! January is a great time to seek assistance.

Intentionally yours,

Lisa

Tuesday
Jan012013

Do It DIFFERENT this year!! Cheers to 2013!

 

Courtesy of Abby Hunter's Pinterest Page.

Intentionally Yours,

Lisa

Saturday
Dec292012

5 Ways Towards a New Way of BE~ing for 2013:

5 Ways Towards a New Way of BE~ing for 2013:

  1. ENVISION what you would like to be "doing different". Write down the specifics. The more details you add, the more tangible it becomes. As a suggestion, come up with a word and use this word as a template for all areas of your life.
  2. DO IT.  Jump on in. Don’t think too much about it. Consider it an experiment in living... it can be tweaked along the way, and if you find yourself reverting to old patterns, direct yourself back to the NEW PATTERN you are establishing, and understand that although it might seem unfamiliar for a bit, with enough practice this new pattern will become your new normal.
  3. COLLABORATE. Get others involved… tell them what you are envisioning, and let them know ahead of time how they can support you.
  4. THINK OPTIMISTICALLY. And, if you find yourself with a discouraging thought, cut yourself some slack… acknowledge that it is just that… a thought. You are not your thoughts, and you have the ability to change them.
  5. Take an ordinary, everyday situation, SLOW DOWN AND STOP each day and OBSERVE without judgment. BE PRESENT. CONNECT…. With the moment, with your peoples, and thus connect with the true you.

 

Intentionally Yours in 2013,

~Lisa