Emotions are functional and universal physiological responses (bodily reactions) to external and internal environmental stimuli. They originate in the brain and release neurotransmitters through the body. They are protective and provide information: Fear, sadness, disgust, anger, surprise, and happiness. One pathway is to trace emotions that are elicited by stimuli coming from our outside environment. Another […]
One of my roles is being a clinical supervisor. I have supervision meetings with colleagues who work in private practice or in some cases in other settings. I offer small group and one-on-one supervision. According to John Barletta, clinical supervision is considered a process whereby colleagues of a similar profession schedule meetings with the intention […]
Defensiveness and how it destroys relationships (not a quick read) There are many ways to tackle the topic of defensiveness. There are multiple layers to dismantle and all components can be individually analyzed. The topic is fascinating to many people and for those who have a professional interest in psychology. The information is essential for […]
What is helpful after a relationship break-down? Again, and again I come to the same conclusion: To understand in-depth what is going on in intimate relationships, we must read all and listen and really get it and not assume anything. In too many cases, there is judgment and it is neither justified nor is it […]
Physical Intimacy Let’s talk about sex. I mean let us really talk about it! Recent media attention on sexual harassment and sexual misconduct and the #MeToo movement has brought a variety of issues to the forefront. Slowly, it becomes clear that we might be discussing behaviours falling on a spectrum that vary from levels of […]
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