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“The harder the struggle, the more glorious the triumph. Self-realization demands very great struggle.”

-Swami Sivananda

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Sometimes it is difficult to feel like your mind and your body are in sync. Sometimes it is because of physical trauma, sometimes it is emotional, and sometimes we are angry at our body for not doing what we want it to do. Your body is not the enemy.
Sometimes it is difficult to feel like your mind and your body are in sync. Sometimes it is because of physical trauma, sometimes it is emotional, and sometimes we are angry at our body for not doing what we want it to do. Your body is not the enemy.
We can not heal ourselves if we are too busy trying to heal others.
We can not heal ourselves if we are too busy trying to heal others.
How much time do you spend on your phone or even electronics? Sometimes it is nice to see our friends and family and feel like we know how they are doing. But how much time do you actually spend with them? checking in on them? saying hello? talking w
How much time do you spend on your phone or even electronics? Sometimes it is nice to see our friends and family and feel like we know how they are doing. But how much time do you actually spend with them? checking in on them? saying hello? talking with them? Social media can be great for many reasons, but we have to learn self-discipline to balance our online life with our actual life.
Sometimes we wonder why our relationship is "not working". Have you ever asked yourself if you are giving this relationship the best opportunity for success by being vulnerable? If you don't feel emotionally safe enough to be vulnerable wit
Sometimes we wonder why our relationship is "not working". Have you ever asked yourself if you are giving this relationship the best opportunity for success by being vulnerable? If you don't feel emotionally safe enough to be vulnerable with your partner, reach out for help and maybe seek couple's therapy. http://brandybrocktherapy.squarespace.com/
It is easy to feel like your partner is the problem when there is a disagreement. When you feel like your partner is the problem, you will most likely treat them as such. Remember, the problem is the problem.
It is easy to feel like your partner is the problem when there is a disagreement. When you feel like your partner is the problem, you will most likely treat them as such. Remember, the problem is the problem.
Explore your mind. Ask yourself "why" you are irritated and "where" did this originate. It is normal to have reactions to others' actions or words, but understand yourself better and find out why is your reaction a negative or unw
Explore your mind. Ask yourself "why" you are irritated and "where" did this originate. It is normal to have reactions to others' actions or words, but understand yourself better and find out why is your reaction a negative or unwanted reaction.
Spring is a great time to recognize life and rebirth. Animals, trees, plants...we see so much change and growth around us. Take some time to recognize areas where you need to grow and what is holding you back. Many times, we are the ones holding ours
Spring is a great time to recognize life and rebirth. Animals, trees, plants...we see so much change and growth around us. Take some time to recognize areas where you need to grow and what is holding you back. Many times, we are the ones holding ourselves back because we are afraid of what change might look like.
When we get TOO comfortable, we miss out on so many possibilities. Build a growth mindset. Strive every day to step out of that comfort zone and challenge your yourself.
When we get TOO comfortable, we miss out on so many possibilities. Build a growth mindset. Strive every day to step out of that comfort zone and challenge your yourself.
It is easier to have an emotional response rather than a rational response. We must challenge ourselves daily to be attuned with ourselves to make wise decisions. To do this, we must understand our emotions and incorporate reasonable thinking.
It is easier to have an emotional response rather than a rational response. We must challenge ourselves daily to be attuned with ourselves to make wise decisions. To do this, we must understand our emotions and incorporate reasonable thinking.
When we are in the thick of our struggles, it is a challenge to be impartial. Maybe take the time to write down what you are going through, take some time after to do some self-care, and then reread it. I wonder how different it is compared to when y
When we are in the thick of our struggles, it is a challenge to be impartial. Maybe take the time to write down what you are going through, take some time after to do some self-care, and then reread it. I wonder how different it is compared to when you were engulfed in the emotions.
You may feel like you have been staring at a closed door in your life for a long time, but hold on. You hold the key to opening the door.
You may feel like you have been staring at a closed door in your life for a long time, but hold on. You hold the key to opening the door.
When we experience situations that create a fear or sadness within us growing up such as abuse, parents divorcing, medical conditions, loss, bullying, loss of control, disorganized families, addictions, etc., we create ways to protect ourselves from
When we experience situations that create a fear or sadness within us growing up such as abuse, parents divorcing, medical conditions, loss, bullying, loss of control, disorganized families, addictions, etc., we create ways to protect ourselves from future hurt. As adults, we see may be able to see the bigger picture, but it does not mean we healed from it. Your inner child may still be hurting and trying to protect itself. If this is you, reach out for help, seek therapy, and start breaking down those walls that you no longer need. https://brandybrocktherapy.squarespace.com/
We all encounter difficult times in our lives. Your approach and mindset to the situation is crucial to remain mentally strong. Sometimes we have to remind ourselves that we are not the problem. The problem is the problem and the problem cannot contr
We all encounter difficult times in our lives. Your approach and mindset to the situation is crucial to remain mentally strong. Sometimes we have to remind ourselves that we are not the problem. The problem is the problem and the problem cannot control you.
Anger is a secondary emotion that is built on some deeper emotions. When we are angry, we struggle to rationalize in a productive manner. Take some time to calm your emotions and self-soothe before approaching a situation.
Anger is a secondary emotion that is built on some deeper emotions. When we are angry, we struggle to rationalize in a productive manner. Take some time to calm your emotions and self-soothe before approaching a situation.
Everyone's journey in life is different and it is easy to forget that. We may judge others' decisions, think we could do things better, or feel like someone is taking the wrong path in life. Instead of focusing on someone else's path, turn that atten
Everyone's journey in life is different and it is easy to forget that. We may judge others' decisions, think we could do things better, or feel like someone is taking the wrong path in life. Instead of focusing on someone else's path, turn that attention inward and ask yourself, "How can I support this person on there journey to achieve fulfillment in life?"
What are you passionate about? What drives you each day? What do you look forward to? Explore the things that you are passionate about and ask yourself how can you find spiritual, mental, emotional, and physical growth in it.
What are you passionate about? What drives you each day? What do you look forward to? Explore the things that you are passionate about and ask yourself how can you find spiritual, mental, emotional, and physical growth in it.
Everyone has a story to tell. A time when they had to be strong when they felt weak. A time when they had to be courageous when they were afraid. A time when they felt confident when they could have felt ashamed. A time when they were successful even
Everyone has a story to tell. A time when they had to be strong when they felt weak. A time when they had to be courageous when they were afraid. A time when they felt confident when they could have felt ashamed. A time when they were successful even though they had failed time and time again. Share your hardships with those that need to hear them the most. Let them know that they are not alone and that they too can persevere.
LAST WEEK TO REGISTER!!!! Do you feel alone? Do you feel like nobody understands what it is like to take on as many roles as you do? Is it difficult to put yourself first sometimes? Sometimes it can be overwhelming being a mom, a wife, a daughter, a
LAST WEEK TO REGISTER!!!! Do you feel alone? Do you feel like nobody understands what it is like to take on as many roles as you do? Is it difficult to put yourself first sometimes? Sometimes it can be overwhelming being a mom, a wife, a daughter, a friend, or a co-worker. Join us in our 6-week counseling group where women support other women. Learn how to set boundaries, build healthier relationships, promote self-worth and so much more in our #MomLife group or Women's Empowerment group. Call now to find out more information and sign up before all spots are filled. REGISTRATION ENDS FRIDAY!!! Remember, you are not alone. https://brandybrocktherapy.squarespace.com/events
Take a step back and look at some of the things that are important you and the decisions that you have made. Do you feel like your decisions are helping you grow or keeping you where you are? If you want change in your life, sometimes you have to giv
Take a step back and look at some of the things that are important you and the decisions that you have made. Do you feel like your decisions are helping you grow or keeping you where you are? If you want change in your life, sometimes you have to give up the unhealthy parts of your life.
We are much stronger than we realize. Being a mother puts us in situations sometimes that we did not realize that we can handle. Sometimes we worry if we will be "good enough" to raise a child because we are afraid of failures or afraid of
We are much stronger than we realize. Being a mother puts us in situations sometimes that we did not realize that we can handle. Sometimes we worry if we will be "good enough" to raise a child because we are afraid of failures or afraid of those smaller things (such as killing spiders when you are terrified of them). Focus on those things that you have overcame. Remind yourself that it is natural to have fears, but it is what you do with those fears that help you grow.
Sometimes it is difficult to feel like your mind and your body are in sync. Sometimes it is because of physical trauma, sometimes it is emotional, and sometimes we are angry at our body for not doing what we want it to do. Your body is not the enemy. We can not heal ourselves if we are too busy trying to heal others. How much time do you spend on your phone or even electronics? Sometimes it is nice to see our friends and family and feel like we know how they are doing. But how much time do you actually spend with them? checking in on them? saying hello? talking w Sometimes we wonder why our relationship is "not working". Have you ever asked yourself if you are giving this relationship the best opportunity for success by being vulnerable? If you don't feel emotionally safe enough to be vulnerable wit It is easy to feel like your partner is the problem when there is a disagreement. When you feel like your partner is the problem, you will most likely treat them as such. Remember, the problem is the problem. Explore your mind. Ask yourself "why" you are irritated and "where" did this originate. It is normal to have reactions to others' actions or words, but understand yourself better and find out why is your reaction a negative or unw Spring is a great time to recognize life and rebirth. Animals, trees, plants...we see so much change and growth around us. Take some time to recognize areas where you need to grow and what is holding you back. Many times, we are the ones holding ours When we get TOO comfortable, we miss out on so many possibilities. Build a growth mindset. Strive every day to step out of that comfort zone and challenge your yourself. It is easier to have an emotional response rather than a rational response. We must challenge ourselves daily to be attuned with ourselves to make wise decisions. To do this, we must understand our emotions and incorporate reasonable thinking. When we are in the thick of our struggles, it is a challenge to be impartial. Maybe take the time to write down what you are going through, take some time after to do some self-care, and then reread it. I wonder how different it is compared to when y You may feel like you have been staring at a closed door in your life for a long time, but hold on. You hold the key to opening the door. When we experience situations that create a fear or sadness within us growing up such as abuse, parents divorcing, medical conditions, loss, bullying, loss of control, disorganized families, addictions, etc., we create ways to protect ourselves from We all encounter difficult times in our lives. Your approach and mindset to the situation is crucial to remain mentally strong. Sometimes we have to remind ourselves that we are not the problem. The problem is the problem and the problem cannot contr Anger is a secondary emotion that is built on some deeper emotions. When we are angry, we struggle to rationalize in a productive manner. Take some time to calm your emotions and self-soothe before approaching a situation. Everyone's journey in life is different and it is easy to forget that. We may judge others' decisions, think we could do things better, or feel like someone is taking the wrong path in life. Instead of focusing on someone else's path, turn that atten What are you passionate about? What drives you each day? What do you look forward to? Explore the things that you are passionate about and ask yourself how can you find spiritual, mental, emotional, and physical growth in it. Everyone has a story to tell. A time when they had to be strong when they felt weak. A time when they had to be courageous when they were afraid. A time when they felt confident when they could have felt ashamed. A time when they were successful even LAST WEEK TO REGISTER!!!! Do you feel alone? Do you feel like nobody understands what it is like to take on as many roles as you do? Is it difficult to put yourself first sometimes? Sometimes it can be overwhelming being a mom, a wife, a daughter, a Take a step back and look at some of the things that are important you and the decisions that you have made. Do you feel like your decisions are helping you grow or keeping you where you are? If you want change in your life, sometimes you have to giv We are much stronger than we realize. Being a mother puts us in situations sometimes that we did not realize that we can handle. Sometimes we worry if we will be "good enough" to raise a child because we are afraid of failures or afraid of

Books

Anger

Beyond Anger: A Guide for Men by Thomas J. Harbin

The Dance of Anger: A Woman’s Guide to Changing the Patterns of Intimate Relationships by Harriet Lerner

Childhood Trauma

Running on Empty: Overcome Your Childhood Emotional Neglect by Jonice Webb and Christine Musello

Confidence

The Magic is in You by Coolin Hosten and Brooke Vitale

Couples

Eight Dates: Essential Conversation for a Lifetime of Love by John Gottman Ph.D., Julie Schwartz Gottman Ph.D., and Doug Abrams

The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work: A Practical Guide from the Country’s Foremost Relationship Expert by John Gottman Ph.D. and Nan Silver

Emotions

Today I Feel Silly & Other Moods That Make My Day by Jaime Lee Curtis (Ideal for identifying emotions with younger children)

First Responders and Families

The Wolf was Not Sleeping by Avril McDonald (Ideal for children of EMT families)

Grief

Lifetimes: The Beautiful Way to Explain Death to Children by Bryan Mellonie and Robert Ingpen

Self-Awareness

Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol S. Dweck, Ph.D.

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