Jared had every intention of calling Sue for a date until it was time to do it. He just knew that he wasn’t good enough for her. He didn’t look fit and she would surely only date a fit man. Jared has thought very little about how his body image is changing his life. It seems to not only change the way he sees himself but the way that he acts as a result. Some…
Did you know you are in a relationship with food? It’s a long-term commitment that your body depends on. Just like relationships with people, this relationship can be unhealthy. Healing your relationship with food depends a lot on understanding how this relationship developed. Food is a huge part of our daily lives. It gives you the fuel to reach all of your goals. It also plays a huge role in culture and social norms….
Coping Tips and Support for Loved Ones of Addicts Seeing someone you love struggling with addiction will change your life. You want to be there and support them in their recovery journey, but maybe they aren’t ready to start the journey. Maybe they have started but the ups and downs have taken a huge toll on you and you’re not sure how to ride the rollercoaster with them. Advice for Loved Ones of Addicts The…
Overcoming Social Anxiety for Your Best Self Giving a speech in public is uncomfortable for most people. Talking to a stranger is not nearly as comfortable as talking to a good friend. These things are normal. Some people experience uncomfortable feelings around being social that leaks into every area of their life. When you aren’t able to function around people, your career will suffer. You may have a hard time with day-to-day…
Overcoming People Pleasing as a Trauma Response They’re mad I couldn’t watch their kids. They were relying on me and I let them down. I need to find a way to make it up to them. Do you put others’ disappointment at the top of your to-do list? Are you trying to fix any possible negative reactions? Do you find it easy to stand up for others, but hard to stand up for…