Are you afraid of your own thoughts?
If you are afraid of your own thoughts, you’ve got a lot of company. Fortunately, this fear is based on a misunderstanding. Why would you be afraid of your own thoughts? After all, they are just thoughts, right? No. Not if you have read any of the wildly popular books... Read more
How to ground yourself in the positive—while honoring real fear and distress
Is it possible to stay calm enough to function well when the world is in tough shape—while still honoring real fear and distress? Yes. Read on for a simple but powerful way to ground yourself in your body and create a sturdy container to hold even intense feelings.... Read more
Feeling anxious? Check who’s “behind the wheel” of your mind
Why do you get anxious? We think the cause of our anxiety is external. But the true cause—and the path to relief—nearly always lies within. Imagine you are six years old. You are behind the wheel of a car. You desperately need to get somewhere, and driving is the only... Read more
Feeling low? It’s time to scrutinize your mental wallpaper.
I almost got to live in a mansion once. My then-husband and I had spotted a 2000-square-foot apartment in the “for rent” ads. The rent was so low, it seemed too good to be true…and as we found out later, it was. But we didn’t know that yet, and as we pulled in... Read more
When you need relief on the spot from intense emotions: try heart breathing
What can you do when intense emotions come up in a public situation? Privacy is not an option, yet you need a way to calm yourself and be present with what is coming up for you. If we were in a session, I’d take you through a whole-body lead-in. This is a... Read moreGet your FREE guide to sensitive anxiety
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