Every Veterans Day (November 11), we pause to honor the people who wore the uniform. The public often hears about the invisible wounds of war—PTSD, depression, moral injury, traumatic brain injury, suicide risk. Naming those realities matters. But there’s another side of the story that deserves equal attention: for many, military service also cultivates protectiveContinue reading “Veterans Day: Honoring Service—and the Strength It Builds”
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Toxic moms vs Good Fathers
Fathers play a crucial role in child development, providing emotional resilience and social competence through structured involvement. However, maternal gatekeeping can limit this participation, perpetuating cycles of absenteeism and dysfunction. Strategies to overcome gatekeeping include open communication and parenting education, emphasizing the need for cooperative co-parenting to enhance children’s well-being.
The world does not have to change because you feel a certain way…learn to check yourself
Navigating the Complex World of Feelings: A Therapist’s Perspective It’s been a week since my last post, a lapse I attribute to the busyness of life and its inevitable distractions. As a licensed therapist, I too experience moments of deviation from my goals – a reminder that behavior change often follows a ‘two steps forward,Continue reading “The world does not have to change because you feel a certain way…learn to check yourself”
Boundary Battles: The Tough Truth About Protecting Your Mental Space!
Setting Boundaries: Navigating the Challenges and Standing Your Ground In my psychotherapy practice and personal life, I’ve observed the complexities of setting boundaries, especially when they’re established later in relationships. Recently, I had to assert my boundaries with someone close, a decision that was long overdue. This experience highlighted several key aspects of boundary-setting, whichContinue reading “Boundary Battles: The Tough Truth About Protecting Your Mental Space!”
How do we protect ourselves from our own ego and pride?
Ego and Pride: A Delicate Balance of Self Ego and pride are intricate elements of our psychological makeup, often perceived differently across cultures and societies. Growing up in South Florida, I witnessed firsthand how these traits are not only celebrated but are also deeply ingrained in societal values. Defining Ego and Pride Ego, in theContinue reading “How do we protect ourselves from our own ego and pride?”
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