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What to Do When Life Gives You Ick: Coping with Hard Things Mar 06, 2023

There's a super professional term that I routinely use...ick. 

Sometimes, I'm talking about inside ick, the uncomfortable thoughts, feelings, sensations, memories, or urges that arise in so many situations. Sometimes, ick might refer to external circumstances that are hard or gross or...

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How to Invest in Healthy Relationships Nov 14, 2022

Understanding your relationship bank account and how to keep your balance high can keep your relationships healthy. Be sure to make regular investments into your relationships and minimize withdrawals.

 

Few things matter more in determining the quality of your life than your relationships....

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Would You Be Friends With You? How to Cultivate Self-compassion Feb 07, 2022

I'm going to ask you to do a little thought experiment with me. Think of your dearest friend. Don't just gloss over this. Really take a couple seconds to call their face to mind. Think about why you're friends and why you care about this person. 

Now think about a time when they...

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Quieting Your inner Critic Aug 24, 2020

You know that little voice? The one inside that’s constantly comparing you to others, noting all the ways you’re falling short, and oh-so-helpfully pointing out everything little thing you do wrong?

Or perhaps your Inner Critic is more of a bully, calling you names and...

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