Why Am I So Triggered By This Person I Love? How to Garner Compassion and Move Past Big Reactions, Anger, and Projection
Article At Glance: Some individuals provoke intense adverse reactions, resulting in tension and conflicts, especially with those close to us. Strong reactions often come from traits we dislike in ourselves. Reflecting on these traits is crucial to resolving internal conflicts. Identify bothersome traits, recall when you’ve felt the same, show compassion for all, and use […]
Feeling Hopeless: Ways to Beat Feeling Hopeless
Article At Glance: To overcome hopelessness, re-approach the problem and focus on priorities in your life. Taking actionable steps and giving yourself a reality check can help improve your situation. Self-care is crucial in managing feelings of hopelessness and supporting your emotional well-being. Do you want to overcome the feeling of hopelessness? This therapist-approved article […]
The Quarantine Blues: 3 Steps to Fight The Anxiety, Uncertainty, and Fear of the Pandemic
Article At Glance: The uncertainty of the pandemic is a significant source of stress, making it hard to find comfort in the unknown. Acknowledge your feelings of anxiety and fear to begin addressing the emotional impact of the pandemic. Validate your emotions by accepting them as a natural response to an unprecedented situation. The […]
Group : LGBTQIA+ Resiliency Support Group
Best Therapies, Inc. with therapist Karla Scherf, LCSW, invites you to attend our LGBTQ+ group. While there are varying topics each session, support will stay consistent! Held on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday every month at 6:30 p.m. Cost is $6 suggested donation with sliding scale is available (with a minimum $1.50 to cover Eventbrite […]
Lions and Nomads: How to Cultivate Resilience in Trying Times
Article At Glance: Family experiences play a significant role in building and maintaining resilience. Evolution has shaped our ability to handle stress and adversity over time. Resilience helps us navigate difficult times and adapt to ongoing challenges. So let’s all admit it; things have been tough. Really tough. Between major competing crises (racial justice, economic […]
On the Pod [2020]: Wild & Sublime
Check out Jason’s latest appearance on the Wild & Sublime podcast, as he offers tips to avoid projecting old experiences onto new relationships. He’s joined in this cabaret-style episode by Sarah Sloane of #open, sex & relationship coach Tazima Parris, sex-positive therapist Brandon Hunter-Haydon, and storyteller Lily Be. Listen here!
Social Isolation: How to Avoid the Painful Effects of Social Isolation
Article At Glance: Social isolation risks depression, illness, and reduced lifespan. Accept reality and recognize societal factors enabling isolation. Think creatively to improve connections. Listen to inner wisdom, understand needs, assess skills, and identify obstacles to engagement. Seek support if feeling extremely isolated, whether from communities, loved ones, hotlines, or professional help. Are you wondering […]