Learning To Respect Ourselves

In order to learn to respect oneself one has to start the journey within.  It is learning to look at oneself clearly and to accept oneself as one is; only then can we start changing any negative patterns.  No negative pattern can be change from a place of self denial, one first has to bring…… Continue reading Learning To Respect Ourselves

Intelligent People And Depression

Experts tell us very smart people may suffer from what might be termed a personality dissociating disorder.  They become spectators of their lives; as if they are watching them from a different place.  Another way to help you understand may be to compared them to a narrator who uses a voice in the third person…… Continue reading Intelligent People And Depression

Beyond The Fog Within…

Like a dense fog this pain prevents me from seeing beyond Pain which touches even the deepest parts of me Yet my soul remembers the warmth of moments which felt like spring Where are the days without rain? Without pain? Without sorrow? Like a thief in the night, depression steals life’s sweets moments Like a…… Continue reading Beyond The Fog Within…

Understanding “True” Love…

We all crave love…true love–yet defining what that is supposed to look and feel like can be difficult to do.  So many people go day after day asking themselves “What kind of love am I looking for?”– reality is, the only love you should accept is “REAL” love.  Notice I didn’t say “True” , because…… Continue reading Understanding “True” Love…

In Search Of Happiness: Why We Keep Feeling Unsatisfied

Human beings are always in search of happiness. From a young age, we learn to define it by external measures… achievements, how popular or “nice” others think we are, wealth without depth or the amassing of excess material possessions – hoping these will be enough to be liked, accepted or “respected”.  When people equate success…… Continue reading In Search Of Happiness: Why We Keep Feeling Unsatisfied

Forgiveness of Self: Not Just A Necessity But Our Birthright

So many of us spend each and everyday carrying a heavy load; one full of mistakes made, lies and open wounds which leave us feeling disappointed on ourselves; guilty, unsuccessful and hurt.  These type of emotions are at the very root of all our issues, they become our road blocks in life.  They can take…… Continue reading Forgiveness of Self: Not Just A Necessity But Our Birthright

Emotional Sins

Today’s article is based on the teachings by the great Argentinian Psychotherapist, doctor Norberto Levy.Dr. Levy’s teachings on the basic emotions which hinder and cause us the most suffering throughout our lives are very concise but quite accurate.  Such suffering is mostly the result of our poor emotional intelligence and lack of understanding of the…… Continue reading Emotional Sins