“We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit.” – Aristotle Habits can be both powerful and insidious in the sense that once they are part of our routine, they can be automatic, and also difficult to change. In a sense, when I as a therapist meet with folks, […]
After a Hard Year: Look Back to Move Forward
I’ll be honest. I’m not sure I want to reflect on this year. If that movie Endless Sunshine of the Spotless Mind was real, I might just ask to have this year erased from my memory. Obviously, that’s not an option, so let’s go with Plan B. Plan B of course is doing the “therapeutic […]
Your New Year, In a Word
As a new year begins, many people are drawn to the idea of a fresh start and an opportunity to make new goals that will positively change their lives. While this is a great idea in theory, the research tells us that only about 8% of people actually stick with those goals throughout the year. […]
Dear Graduate: Celebrate Yourself—It’s okay!!!
Dear Graduate, Congratulations! No matter what level of education or training you’ve just completed (or are about to complete), I hope you feel a sense of accomplishment! For many, graduation signals the end of a very long educational road…..Pre-K, Kindergarten, 1st-12th grade and beyond. If you’re graduating with your Bachelor’s Degree we’re talking about 16-18 […]