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Highly Sensitive People: The Superpower Trait

I was recently interviewed for an article on Highly Sensitive People (HSP) . The amount of feedback was surprising at first. Many people reached out to tell me their experiences with HSP, either with themselves or their family. I then realized with about 20 percent of the population being a HSP, there is no wonder the impact the article had on others.

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Growth and Discomfort in Therapy

After approximately  two years of personal therapy with my counselor,  I had a session dedicated to what we would call my internal “friction.” You may know this feeling as internal conflict, turmoil or just plain anxiety.   I reached a point in my growth where I was able to withstand quite a bit of internal friction or conflict.

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Assertive Communication

When we practice assertive communication, we are implementing our boundaries.  With this practice, we state what we need and want in a clear and concise way.  It is important for us to take responsibility for our emotions and express them.  

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Bearing Witness and Healing: My Peace Pilgrimage

Last summer while living in Switzerland I embarked on a Peace Pilgrimage. I was inspired by the work of Dr. Roy Tamashiro, and the concept of collective healing through bearing witness to suffering.

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