Joyful Movement: What Is It, and Why Is It Important?
People’s relationships with exercise often brings up a variety of complex emotions. From being made fun of in elementary gym class to being encouraged as adults to participate in home exercise videos, society’s message comes across loud and clear. “Exercise is...
Is Willfulness Keeping You Stuck?
Willfulness is defined in the DBT Skills Training Manual as, “Refusing to tolerate the moment, and not making changes that are needed.” Willfulness involves a refusal to accept the facts of your situation and this brings you distress in the long term. Here are some...
Able & Abundant: Overcoming A Scarcity Mindset
A scarcity mindset is a limiting belief that there is not enough to go around, whether it be money, opportunities, love, or resources. It is a mindset rooted in fear, lack, and a constant focus on what is missing rather than what is available. Overcoming a scarcity...
Projecting Problems: Narcissistic Projection & How To Respond
Narcissistic projection is a defense mechanism commonly used by individuals with narcissistic tendencies. It involves attributing one’s own flaws, insecurities, or negative traits onto others, effectively projecting their own issues onto someone else. Dealing...