11 Powerful Tips for Freeing Yourself from Toxic Positivity
Toxic positivity can erode our mental, emotional, and physical health. When we feel forced to appear happy, even when we’re exhausted, sad, or crumbling inside–the consequences can be devastating. In a world where perfectly curated images constantly tell us that we should be happy, upbeat, and smiling despite life’s natural ups and downs, it’s important […]
Improving Well-Being and Work-Life Balance by Embracing Creativity with Expert Dr. Vanessa S. O’Neal
It’s easy to get out of balance. All too often we get stuck in a cycle of giving too much to work, family, and necessary tasks with no true way to relax, rejuvenate, and enjoy ourselves. Dr. Carla and creativity expert Dr. Vanessa S. O’Neal dive into the joy and balance that await us […]
Creating Perfectly Imperfect Sex and Intimacy
Sex and sexual intimacy can bring couples together or tear them apart. Our sex lives are rarely perfect, but, as imperfect humans, we often feel anxious about discussing this important aspect of our romantic lives. With loving candor and empathy, Dr. Carla dives right into the heart of why sexual intimacy issues arise and […]
Overcoming Fear of Failure with Expert Dr. Shelley Davidow
Afraid of failure? Tired of not getting it “right”? The idea of failure looms dark and large in our heads and hearts. We tend to avoid failure at any cost–even when our fear of failure keeps us stuck and unfulfilled. What if failure could be turned upside down or inside out to become a positive […]
The Painful Truth of the “Perfect” Narcissist
Narcissists! Given the masks they wear, you often can’t spot a narcissist until you’re knee-deep in the relationship. Sadly, a relationship with a true narcissist can be extremely toxic and challenging. Those who suffer from narcissist personality disorder (NPD) are secretly terrified of engaging in emotionally connected relationships. Although often successful in the material and […]
How to Tame Anxiety, Panic Attacks, and Obsessive Thoughts with Expert Dr. David Hanscom
If you’re suffering from anxiety, panic attacks, or obsessive thoughts, you’re not alone! Anxiety can get the better of us and lead to downward spirals in mental, emotional, and physical health. In today’s often stressful world, anxiety-related disorders are on the rise, leaving many people feeling overwhelmed and out of control. Dr. David Hanscom, surgeon […]
Healing from the Deep Pain of Emotional and Physical Betrayal
Betrayal takes many forms, but all of them can be exceedingly painful. Sadly, we are sometimes betrayed by the very people we count on most to love us, protect us, and care for us. As difficult as it is to bear any type of betrayal, infidelity by a partner can be the most devastating of […]
Creating a Sacred Space for Self-Care, Sanity, and Imperfect Love with Expert Erika Kotite
Life isn’t perfect, and sometimes we get lost along the way–or never had the opportunity to find our authentic selves. This uplifting episode is devoted to helping you embrace simple strategies for reclaiming (or discovering for the first time) your amazing, true self. From giving yourself room for self-reflection to carving out a sacred […]
Letting Go of Blame
I woke this morning to a message from a client that moved me deeply. It was clear that he had hit another heavy wave of incredible pain as a result of the “beginning of the end” of his marriage. His message was riddled with self-doubt and the weight of blame from himself and his spouse. […]
Fear Less, Love More: A Place of Faith
In working with my clients–men and women of all ages–I so often find that invisible fears are at the root of the client’s issues. What is it about our fears that has us so attracted to them, so intent on remaining strangled and confused by them? We are too often content to remain in a […]