Do you sit in the mirror with jaded lens and pin point all of your flaws? Do you find yourself daydreaming of how much happier you would if you could just change a certain part of your body? Do you hide behind layers of clothing? You are not alone and many are in the same struggle towards self acceptance. I
Self-identity is the recognition of someone’s potential and qualities as an individual. When we have a balanced view of our self-identity, we can find the worth and value in the many facets that make us human. For example, a person can say I am smart, I am kind to others, I am attractive, I have a great sense of humor,
In a world of selfies, hashtags, and tweets, social media and the pressures it brings have bombarded our lives. It is well understood by now that social media can be used to bring harm, heartache, and even “acceptance” to its users, but it is surprising how often we gain “strength” behind the screen to promote, defend and process. The
A Walk in Jane Doe’s Shoes Jane Doe wakes up every morning and goes about her day like any regular woman in her twenties and thirties. She takes her coffee bold, a little extra hot and with a hint of hazelnut for flavor. She knows what she wants, known for being confident, educated, and even a tad bit sassy. She
Dangers of Teen Codependent Relationships| Orlando Teen Codependency Counseling Codependency is a term that can be defined as “excessive emotional or psychological reliance on a partner, typically a partner who requires support due to an illness or addiction.” Unfortunately, codependence can affect anyone and it is an issue that is even affecting teenagers. Codependent relationships in teens can be extremely
Being in a relationship is not easy and certainly can test our patience. So how can you tell if your relationship is worth your time and effort? A good question to initially ask yourself is: Are you feeling more stressed having a partner than when you are single? This might be a tough question to answer honestly with yourself, but it's
There is an old saying “There is a fine line between love and hate.” You understand this now. You never thought you would be so confused, full of anger and overwhelmed by feelings. Being a divorcee and co-parenting never crossed your mind. You are hurt, angry and trash talking your ex. You try to not to say anything in front of
Flight Of A Mom With A Special Needs Child When we are about to take off on a flight, the flight attendants instruct us about our seat belts, emergency exits and oxygen masks. Few of us pay attention. We are busy settling a baby, telling our kids not to kick the seat in front of you and
Postpartum Depression and Anxiety Help, Orlando Women's Issue Counselor . How to tell if a A Mother Might Need Help for Postpartum Depression and Anxiety in Orlando. 1. She may feel anxious or panicky. 2. She has physical problems such as chest pain, racing heart, shortness of breath, dizziness, numbness in hands or feet, tingling sensations, nausea or
“I’m so over him! I don’t care anymore!” How many times have you said this but shortly thereafter you were wishing you were back together? Have you ever felt so certain that this time you were going to move on, only to then have the “what if” thoughts flood your brain? You are not alone! Did you know that 9
