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Everyday is Valentine’s Day

February 11, 2014

Valentine’s Day is the day of love notes, red roses, and heart shaped chocolates. Romance is awakened and we feel reconnected. For centuries, it's celebrated as a day to declare and honor our one true love. Some love it. Some hate it. Some just follow the relationship protocol. There are those who yearn for a special day of gifts, romance, and kindness. There are those who loathe the “Hallmark Holiday”, deeming it contrived and corporate. There are those who choose not to rock the "love boat" and dutifully follow tradition. Whether you love it, hate it, or are apathetic to it, it happens every year - and this year its happening 3 days from now. What's one to do? Imagine removing the pressure of finding the perfect...

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Psychology Today – Five Secrets of Highly Successful People

December 18, 2013

Articles, Career, Goal Setting, Psychology Today Articles - In the Press!, Relationships, Self Esteem

This article is published in Psychology Today by Mark Banschick and Heather Edwards. It is entitled, "5 Tips for Success". Everyone has a unique life story. Family traditions, religious beliefs, and cultural norms differ and converge in a myriad of ways across people and places. We embody our personal experiences and take them with us, wherever we go. We use our history as a road map through life. What's familiar is comfortable and predictable. The downside is, it can keep us stuck in old patterns that hold us back. What if you took the road less travelled? What if you could shed the part of your life story that is holding you back while developing those that propel you forward? Well, you can! Recalibrate the GPS. Follow...

Psychology Today – Difficult Divorce? 6 ways to get unstuck.

November 20, 2013

Articles, Psychology Today Articles - In the Press!, Relationships, Self Esteem, Stress Management

This article, "Difficult Divorce? 6 Ways to Get Unstuck. - Divorce can work out for the best.", was originally published on November 19, 2013 by Mark Banschick, M.D. and Heather Edwards, LMHC in Psychology Today. It addresses the basic feelings of grief, anger, and fear in divorce followed by self care and planning for a better life. Read further for tips on how to navigate this challenging life transition...

Psychology Today – Getting Unstuck: Kick Starting Your Marriage

October 28, 2013

Articles, Conflict Resolution, Psychology Today Articles - In the Press!, Relationships

This article is published in Psychology Today by Mark Banschick and Heather Edwards. When your relationship needs repair...

Psychology Today – Getting Unstuck: The Toxic Relationship

September 22, 2013

Articles, Conflict Resolution, Psychology Today Articles - In the Press!, Relationships

...This article is published in Psychology Today by Mark Banschick and Heather Edwards. We've all heard the term "toxic relationship". What does it really mean? Let's break it down. Something that is toxic is poisonous, causes death or debilitation, and drains energy and life. Snake venom is toxic. Asbestos is toxic. Some bacteria are toxic. A relationship is the state of being connected, associated, or related to one another. It can take the form of afriendship, a family member, a spouse, or a romantic partner. A difficult relationship may trap you because these tendencies may have started as early as childhood, according to Psychology Todaybloggers, Rosemary K.M. Sword and Philip Zimbardo. Regardless of the degree of toxicity in your relationship - if it’s unhealthy it’s time to fix it, or get out of it! So how do you know if your relationship is toxic? Consider...

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Psychology Today Post – Getting Unstuck!

July 27, 2013

Articles, Goal Setting, Mindful Relaxation, Psychology Today Articles - In the Press!, Relationships

My latest blog in collaboration with Dr. Mark Banschick, Getting Unstuck - Eight Ways to Get Your Mojo Back, published in Psychology Today. Life takes twists and turns. Just when it seems you've figured things out, that metaphorical rug can get yanked out from under you. It can leave you spinning and wondering which way is up...

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Learning to Let Go: Steps to help you handle life’s tough situations

November 8, 2012

Articles, Goal Setting, Relationships, Self Esteem, Stress Management

Stress happens! We can all agree to that. But when negative thoughts become burdensome they distract our focus, creativity and productivity. What started as a doubt or regret can turn into overwhelming anxiety. It can take away precious time and energy. Mistakes being replayed over and over in our heads can be dangerous to our thoughts, actions and health. A way to combat this destructive process is to master letting go of the thoughts that are troubling you. It's possible that you can't change the stressful situation but you can change how you think about it. Life isn’t simple and very seldom will everything be worry free, but there is a way to create a larger sense of peace in your life. Taking a moment...

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Rules for Fair Fighting

October 9, 2012

Articles, Conflict Resolution, Relationships, Self Esteem

In my Coaching and Psychotherapy work with individuals, couples, families, and business partners I've found a few simple & effective tools for de-escalating an argument and resolving conflict as tensions rise. People often seek coaching or therapy once they've found themselves in repeated unhealthy or non-productive patterns with significant others. This can become a frustrating and seemingly hopeless situation without the intervention of a helper or the resources needed to get out of the mire. We can all attest to the fact that feeling stuck stinks. Try these simple tips to aerate and refreshen the way you debate. 1. Use "I" messages instead of "You" messages. Recognize how conflict affects you. Give your feelings words. Unless your partner is clairvoyant, there is no way for him/her...

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Beating Bad Habits

September 5, 2012

Articles, Goal Setting, Relationships, Self Esteem, Stress Management, Time Management

Jessi Haggerty, Registered Dietitian, Personal Trainer, and Movement Instructor in Boston, MA recently asked me to guest blog about Beating Bad Habits on her website, whatwillyoubee.com ...

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Rebuilding Your Self-Esteem After A Toxic Relationship

August 23, 2012

Articles, Relationships, Self Esteem, Stress Management

It can be difficult to re-establish a healthy routine and empower yourself after a toxic relationship. Fortunately, coming to the realization that you need to let go is one of the most difficult steps. If you have already gone this far then you have won half the battle and you're almost there! Now you can finally concentrate on yourself and detoxify yourself from the relationship. Pace Yourself: Give yourself time to heal. We can be harder on ourselves than on any other person. Realize that fully overcoming the issues you had to face during your relationship may take time, and that’s OKAY. Give yourself a break. Don’t fall into the trap of pressuring yourself or bringing yourself down because the results aren’t immediate. Healing is...

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