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Reflecting versus Resolving

Reflecting versus Resolving

“An idea is just a dream until you write it down…then it’s a goal.”   —anonymous I am not a big fan of New Year’s resolutions. They never seem to last past January, and they tend to make me feel like a failure. I prefer to conduct an informal, intimate, year end review, when I […]

Deeper into the mysteries of Brainspotti...

Deeper into the mysteries of Brainspotting

I just finished my second round of Brainspotting training, and I am filled with renewed appreciation for Brainspotting’s effectiveness. It’s such a great tool for helping my clients process trauma, especially if they need a less confrontational approach than EMDR. Brainspotting allows for people to approach their trauma from a more resourced spot. It can […]

After the flooding, the grounding

After the flooding, the grounding

The flood, like it did to most of Boulder County, left me in its wake exhausted. Although comparatively we suffered little damage—merely that our finished basement is no longer finished—the stress, cleaning, concern, loss, and FEMA frustration definitely took its toll. I felt compelled to get everything done, to “go, go, go,” to restore order […]

Boost your emotional intelligence

Boost your emotional intelligence

If sometimes you feel like you are a relationship klutz, always putting your foot in your mouth, you might need a little primer on ways to boost your emotional intelligence. Our emotional intelligence plays a critical role in determining how we handle stress, get along with others, and maintain a well-balanced outlook on life. Developing […]