Loneliness and Belonging
What is loneliness? You can feel lonely even when you are not alone. You can feel lonely in the company of friends and family. You
Month: August 2022
Becoming Worthy of Your Suffering
I first heard this phrase many years ago when I was reading Viktor Frankl’s Man’s Search for Meaning. (I didn’t realize at the time it
Seeking Approval
Seeking Approval Seeking for approval from others can be a source of constant disappointment and feeling inadequate. Why do we need approval from others? We
Introduction to the Toolbox
As a parent myself I have learned a few things about having children and the incredible role of being a parent. This newsletter is not
Projection
Have you ever seen a dog or cat see its own reflection in a mirror? They snarl and their hackles raise, or they try and
Relating to Money
Do I love money? Does money scare me? Is money really the root of all evil? Do I want to spend money? What does it
The Masculine and The Feminine
Everyone has masculine and feminine energies. From an archetypal perspective this is vital to our well-being and is not just a matter of opinion or
Learning to Trust Again
If you are in a relationship of any kind, you have probably been hurt and betrayed. It is quite impossible to be in relationship with
My Child Triggers Me
We all experience triggers. In the context of this article a trigger is anything that causes a disproportionate or exaggerated reaction to something. For example,
I Don’t Know How to be a Parent
The moment of true parenthood is one that most people never forget. For some it is a memorable moment that is filled with wonder and