Denial Part II: Destructive Denial

In Denial Part I: The Cost of Avoiding Reality, I discussed what healthy and unhealthy denial is and explored the reasons why unhealthy denial develops. We also talked about the role and contribution of shame contributing to unhealthy denial. In this segment, we want to further explore how unhealthy denial becomes harmful to self and others. Continue reading Denial Part II: Destructive Denial

Denial: The Costs of Avoiding Reality

Do you get irritated when you are faced with facts that conflict with your agenda? Are you in disbelief in situations, relationships, or your condition? If you are offended when people give you negative feedback about your behavior, or speak their truth, you may be living in denial. Continue reading Denial: The Costs of Avoiding Reality

Self Care Part II: 7 Steps You Can Take to Improve Mental Health

When considering self-care actions, keep in mind this is a holistic concept. Do you enjoy life? Are you more overwhelmed than functional? Inside and out, you should have ways to keep yourself emotionally well and physically healthy. Here are 7 ways you can improve your mental and physical health with an enhanced self-care regimen. Self-care … Continue reading Self Care Part II: 7 Steps You Can Take to Improve Mental Health