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Remember this on days when you’re just not sure how you can possibly keep going. It is true, you have survived all your worst days and you will survive this one too. That is because you are a warrior. Have faith in yourself and your…

Does this sentiment sound familiar? Then you have something in common with those who engage in self-injurious behaviors (SIB) such as cutting or burning themselves. Those who engage in these behaviors are not so different from the rest of us. Some common misperceptions about self-harming…

Recovery is never easy, but always worth it. Whether it is recovery from drugs and alcohol, recovery from a physical injury or recovery from a traumatic past, it takes time, energy and dedication to get better. It is not uncommon when folks grown up in…

I love this idea, because I am guilty of this just as much as anyone else, of judging myself negatively compared to what I see others doing in the world or posting on social media. And it is something I hear constantly from the people…

Do you ever find yourself feeling stuck because you want to avoid criticism, or having people dislike you? Did you grow up in a family situation where it was not safe to be criticized because it came with serious consequences, like being hit or verbally…

I think our culture does a disservice to people and gives the message that we should never experience discomfort. But discomfort and pain are part of everyone’s lives to some extent and having the expectation otherwise leads to further suffering and it leads us to…