4 Steps for Using Negative Emotions to Transform You

Transformation of Lime Butterfly ( papilio demoleus ) with pupa and caterpillar “There is transformative power in our negative emotions. The key is to create a safe, welcoming space to lean in and hear their lessons.” Dr. Andrea Dinardo I’ve done a lot of therapy. A lot of counseling. A lot of reading. And a… Continue reading 4 Steps for Using Negative Emotions to Transform You

The Best Valentine’s Day Gift Ever

The first Valentine's Day after divorce is miserable. I actually never loved the holiday anyway, but Valentine's Day in 2006 was exceptionally worse than most. You see, this holiday came only four months after my divorce. And I was not looking forward to it. I had already sworn off every chick flick that ever existed,… Continue reading The Best Valentine’s Day Gift Ever

What are Emotions? And How Do I Get Rid of Them?

Before we even start, let's clear something up--you can't get rid of your emotions. Nope. No way. Not possible. (And you once you learn more about them, you'll realize you'd never want to!) Along those same lines, you can't control them either--but that's okay too, because once you understand them better, you'll want to let… Continue reading What are Emotions? And How Do I Get Rid of Them?

How to More Clearly Discern Your Emotions’ Messages

How are you doing in recognizing the message your emotions are bringing to you? Are you getting the hang of it? Are you feeling the shift in your life yet? Or are you getting stuck? I remember when I first learned about the purpose in our emotions—that they bring us an important message of something… Continue reading How to More Clearly Discern Your Emotions’ Messages

Are You (fill in the blank) Right Now? And How to Work Through Your Anger

Are you feeling angry right now? You know, upset, mad, or ticked off? Or maybe you are a little more than that . . . like irate, infuriated, incensed, or livid? Did someone just push the right buttons today that made your blood boil? Are you feeling frustrated with anything or anyone? Because you can’t… Continue reading Are You (fill in the blank) Right Now? And How to Work Through Your Anger