Blog, DBT

DBT vs CBT: What is the Difference?

Navigating the complex realm of mental health treatment can be both daunting and overwhelming. As someone who is still navigating the journey of Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) recovery, I truly found solace and transformation through a year-long Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) course. While my journey did not lead me through formal Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT),… Continue reading DBT vs CBT: What is the Difference?

Blog, DBT

24 DBT Mindfulness Journal Prompts For Deeper Healing (8-Page Journal PDF)

To really help you integrate Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT) Mindfulness Skills into your daily life, I've compiled 24 journal prompts tailored to each skill. These prompts are designed to guide you through a profound self-exploration journey, enhancing your mindfulness practice. Whether you're new to DBT, don't have access to DBT, or are simply seeking to… Continue reading 24 DBT Mindfulness Journal Prompts For Deeper Healing (8-Page Journal PDF)

Blog, Philosophy/Spirituality

Does the Human Ego Serve a Purpose?

We see everything through a glass, darkly. Sometimes we can peer through the glass and catch a glimpse of what is on the other side. If we were to polish the glass clean, then we’d see much more. But then we would no longer see ourselves. Jostein Gaarder, 1993 — Through a Glass, Darkly I… Continue reading Does the Human Ego Serve a Purpose?

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Healing the Lower Chakras: Why trauma healing requires safety above all else

I wrote previously on my blog about why healing trauma starts with creating safety, and while I think I had some truly valuable insights from an intellectual perspective here, I have so much more to add to this piece on the spiritual side of things. I’ve “worked with” the chakras for over 10 years—but that doesn’t… Continue reading Healing the Lower Chakras: Why trauma healing requires safety above all else

Blog, Mental Health

Defining Gratitude: What it Is & What It Means To Practice

In a post-neuroscience world, the concept of gratitude has emerged as a powerful force for mental well-being and spiritual growth. While gratitude is often thought to be a simple expression of appreciation, its depth and transformative potential extend far beyond surface-level social niceties. In this exploration, we delve into the multifaceted nature of gratitude, examining… Continue reading Defining Gratitude: What it Is & What It Means To Practice