Creating Our Own Standard of Beauty

Creating Our Own Standard of Beauty

Blog, Health, Motivation, Therapy, Tips
Early on in our lives, we as women are bombarded by social standards of beauty. The media we have constant access to leads us to formulate beauty standards based on what celebrities are wearing and what magazines tell us is “hot” or “not”. As we grow older a greater emphasis is put on individuality, and finding likeminded people who share the same styles and tastes as we do. Still, the media, Hollywood, movies, TC shows and pop culture will always be a part of daily life in the 21st century, forever shaping the way we see ourselves and those around us. For women’s history month, it is important to both look at women throughout history but also to create history with our choices today. It is these choices that will…
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The Secret to BEAUTIFUL Children and a BEAUTIFUL Life

The Secret to BEAUTIFUL Children and a BEAUTIFUL Life

Blog, Health, Motivation, Parenting, Therapy, Tips
Have you ever found yourself trying to think of ways to be more beautiful? You probably have. We live in a society that is obsessed with beauty, so this is a normal thought that many people experience. The question of how to become more beautiful is one that comes up time and time again and it leaves people chasing the things that they think will make them truly beautiful, such as different brands of clothing, makeup, hair care products, etc. However, are these things what really make us beautiful? The question of being beautiful is one that has been around for a long time and is not going to be going away anytime soon, as you probably know because it has most likely been a question that you’ve spent a…
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7 Most Common Pitfalls in a Relationship

7 Most Common Pitfalls in a Relationship

Blog, divorce, Relationship, Therapy, Tips
Relationships do get difficult. They are not always filled with smiles, laughter, and butterflies. Sometimes it can get frustrating or just flat out boring. The thing is, this is normal. Relationships aren’t always going to be flowing smoothly, there will be bumps, and curves and blocks on the road that you have to navigate. More often than expected, you have to figure out how to make it flow especially when it gets hard. Every relationship is different and each one faces its own difficulties. However, the challenges that each relationship face can be traced back to several essential factors. To help you navigate them I have compiled seven of the most common pitfalls based on the experiences I had with my clients, Maybe some of them may even sound familiar…
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What Happens after Cupid Left?

Relationship, Therapy, Tips
With all the fan fare around it, it’s not surprising that each year when February 14th comes around, Valentine’s Day managed to evoke strong feelings from all around the world. From the “love is in the air” feelings to the less than excited outlook of those who choose not to celebrate. It is safe to say that everybody has some sort of feeling towards our nations heavily built up Hallmark holiday. Whether you only acknowledge the day to anticipate CVS’ long awaited candy sale or you take it more seriously expecting only the best outcome, it seems with each passing year, Valentine’s day is becoming an even bigger deal. In order to recap on this frenzy of pink hearts and red roses, the main question is, did the day go…
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The Language of Love

The Language of Love

Blog, Motivation, Relationship, Therapy, Tips
Love is a complex and deep language and one that is communicated differently for everyone. For some they choose to love others by buying them gifts while for others they choose to love by being present and listening to you. While we put an emphasis on trying to understand how we communicate love, it is also important to know your partner's love language. The questions then are: How does your partner communicate their love? How do they receive love? Most of us have heard about the 5 love languages. If you have not, the 5 love languages include: Words of Affirmation, Acts of Service, Receiving Gifts, Quality Time, and Physical Touch. By utilizing this assessment, you can learn how to love your partner the best you can. The assessment is…
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When “I love you” is not enough

When “I love you” is not enough

Blog, Motivation, Relationship, Therapy, Tips
As children we learn the phrase I love you early by hearing it used consistently by society, family, and storybooks. Often we won’t experience a personal lesson in the actions that represent love before we actually enter the dating world. It is as easy to say the words I love you as it is to say hello or goodbye, but what does telling someone you love them REALLY mean and how will you act toward those you feel you love? Same goes for someone saying they love you. Do their actions reflect their words? Growing up Disney movies consistently tell the story of star crossed lovers that will be together against all odds. This leads many to feel that saying and feeling love are the only two things you need…
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Valentine’s Day Guide List to Self-Care

Valentine’s Day Guide List to Self-Care

Blog, Relationship, Therapy, Tips
Valentine’s Day can be very enjoyable, but it can also be an intense and draining experience, especially if you plan on or because of different circumstances, spending it alone. It’s important to remember that just like you love & care for others, you need to love & care for yourself. Valentine’s Day is a great opportunity to turn the V-Day expectation into Me Day Celebration To help guide you give an idea of what you can do for your Me Day celebration, we’ve put together a list of ideas of things you can do this Valentine’s Day that are all about making you feel special & showing you just how amazing you really are. Do something that makes you happy This seems obvious but it’s not as easy- especially on…
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Mr. Right isn’t always going to be Mr. Perfect

Mr. Right isn’t always going to be Mr. Perfect

Blog, Relationship, Therapy, Tips
With Valentine’s Day coming up, let’s talk about relationships. Especially about finding the right person to be with. We all have a criteria and we want someone who can match them. However, those criteria can sometimes be unrealistic. Can you think of anybody in your life who has a very high - sometimes unrealistic - standards in choosing Mr. Right - or Mrs. Right? Maybe that someone is you or very close to you. The key in finding the right person is knowing the difference between knowing your own values and wanting what is best for you versus creating too high of an expectation from a person. This balance can be a tricky one to manage, but we hope our insight can help you clear up whether you’re looking for…
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5 Things You Need to Know about Finding the Right Person

5 Things You Need to Know about Finding the Right Person

Blog, Motivation, Relationship, Therapy, Tips
When you are single and on the market for love, it can sometimes be easy to get caught up in the whirlwind of excitement when someone good finally comes along; on the other hand, after a few too many “whirlwinds of excitement,” you may get to the point that you give up all together and don’t even notice when someone great is right in front of you. With Valentine’s Day coming up (cue the excitement from some, sighs from others), it is important to know what you are looking for when trying to find the right person. While everybody is different, we compiled a list of 5 things you need to know when you’re in the market. It’s important to know yourself first. It’s hard to know what you like…
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10 Must Dos To Thrive and Succeed

10 Must Dos To Thrive and Succeed

Blog, Motivation, Tips
The first month of 2017 is almost over and that means you have a clear idea of what the upcoming months would look like. it’s not uncommon to feel overwhelmed. School, work, and life are all starting to get back in the swing of things and it’s easy to find yourself feeling like you’re in too deep. When the stress starts to kick in and you need a breath, it’s important to know that you can do it. You’re strong enough and capable of whatever you put your mind to, it’s just a matter of staying on track. We compiled a list of ten tips to help you stay on the track for success, survive the upcoming trials and thrive even when it starts to feel overwhelming. Take care of…
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