Self-Esteem: Ten Ways to Boost Your Body Image
What woman has not struggled with her own complicated feelings about her body image and self esteem? The pressure to look a certain way is so deeply embedded in our … Read more
Bringing a Book to Life
Throughout my life I’ve always had a secret passion for writing. Stacks of journals accumulated over the years line my office book shelves. My first journal dates back to second … Read more
Helping Women with Breast Cancer: Two Friends Create JILLIES®
Sandy just underwent a mastectomy followed by reconstructive surgery for breast cancer. When she returned home, she put on her JILLIE® and wore the cozy 100% cotton garment throughout her … Read more
Cultivating Intimacy in Your Relationship
Healthy relationships are one of the most important keys to gaining balance and happiness. Intimacy is the experience of belonging together. It embodies shared knowledge, experiences, sexual encounters, and memories. … Read more
Robin Confronts Her Demons
How do you let go of the hurt that another person has inflicted on you? Robin grew up with an older brother that sexually abused her for years, when their … Read more
The Healing Power of Friendship
Remember those times when you felt lost and all alone. Maybe your relationship was on the rocks. Maybe you were sick and no one was around to take care of … Read more
Love and Your Brain
Everything changes when you feel love, especially your brain. Valentine’s Day reminds us to take stock and acknowledge what matters most – the connection we feel for others. Think about the … Read more
Strategies for Balance and Happiness
Abdominal breathing, meditation, mindful walking, constructive rest and building friendships are some of the most powerful behavioral strategies for creating more balance and happiness.
Strategy for Deepening Intimacy in Relationships
How to create a practice of enhancing intimacy: Learn to tolerate difficult feelings through abdominal breathing. Deep breaths bring you back into the present moment. Remember that all feelings have … Read more
Choosing the Right Therapist
“How do I choose the right therapist for me and get the support I need?” When you or someone you know is hurting inside or needs additional support, there are … Read more