It's not personal
When my dad got sick a few years ago and it became clear that he was dying, this was the thought that grounded me more than any other-my dad's illness wasn't personal. Life wasn't trying to attack me.
Sometimes the unexpected is unexpectedly good...
In uncertain times like these it's easy to let our predictions about the future be negative. A thing I'm reminding myself and my clients though is not to miss the positives that are and will come out of this current situations.
A hard lesson from my dog about anxiety
I think my dog Penny has panic attacks. It happened last night in the middle of the storm but it’s not the first time.
Curiosity.
One of the most important mental/emotional states I have as a therapist is curiosity but it's probably not for the reason one thinks.
“Kyle has keenly pointed out my recurring patterns, adeptly guided me to become aware of how I get in my own way, and presented me with tools and activities to bring about growth. He exercises kindness in our sessions, integrated with direct, non-threatening feedback."
– Robert, 45, Virginia Highlands