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Why We Have Ego Defenses — And How to Appreciate Them and Work Through Them

We’ve all been there: saying something we didn’t mean, shutting down during a tough conversation, or brushing off pain with a joke. In those moments, we’re not trying to be distant or difficult. We’re simply trying to cope. That’s where defense mechanisms come in....

Emotional Intimacy: Building It and Keeping It

We all crave closeness. Not just physical touch or shared experiences, but the kind of connection where you feel safe to show up as your full, unfiltered self. That’s the power of emotional intimacy—the invisible thread that weaves trust, empathy, and vulnerability...

How Trauma Is Passed Down Generations

We often inherit more from our families than eye color, height, or a love for a certain kind of food. We also inherit stories, fears, and emotional patterns that have quietly shaped us long before we were born. Maybe your parents were overly cautious about money even...

When the Holidays Hurt: Understanding and Coping with Holiday Grief

The holidays are often described as “the most wonderful time of the year,” but for many people, they can be the hardest. When you’re missing someone you love, even small moments like hearing a favorite song or seeing a familiar ornament can bring a wave of emotion....

Embracing Change: Why Your Brain Resists (and How to Overcome It)

If you’ve ever found yourself clinging to the familiar—even when you know it’s holding you back—you’re not alone. Change is a natural part of life, but that doesn’t mean it feels easy. Whether it’s moving to a new city, starting a different job, ending a relationship,...

Ego Defensiveness: How It Sabotages Relationships (and What to Do About It)

Have you ever been in an argument where you suddenly found yourself getting defensive, shutting down, or firing back even when you knew it wasn’t helping? That’s ego defensiveness at work. It’s one of the most common ways we protect ourselves when we feel...

Emotional Freedom Technique: A Beginner’s Guide to Stress Relief in Minutes

Imagine if you had a simple tool in your pocket that could calm stress, ease anxiety, and help you feel more grounded in just a few minutes—without needing special equipment or hours of practice. That’s exactly what many people find with EFT tapping, also known as...

Feeling Lost? Here’s How to Rediscover Purpose That Lasts

We all hit seasons where life feels a little blurry. You might be going through the motions—work, errands, responsibilities—but deep down, you wonder: What’s the point? Why am I even doing this? If that’s you right now, you’re not alone. Many people wrestle with the...

Adulting with ADHD: Tips & Tricks That Actually Work

Paying bills on time. Remembering appointments. Finishing that load of laundry you started two days ago. For many people, these are just part of the weekly routine. But if you’re living with adult ADHD, these everyday responsibilities can feel like a never-ending...

What to Talk About in Therapy When Life Feels ‘Fine’

Therapy isn’t just for the hard weeks. It’s for the good weeks, too. We often think of therapy as a place to unpack stress, crisis, or conflict—and it’s absolutely for that. But if you’ve ever had a session scheduled during a week when life feels fine, you might find...