Many high achievers carry an internal narrative that sounds like this: "If I could just do more, succeed more, become more, then I would feel good." The problem is that the bar keeps rising. They hit one goal and immediately start reaching for the next.
This kind of internal system isn't flawed – it's adaptive. Somewhere along the way, these parts learned that being competent, successful, or impressive was the safest way to exist.
Read MoreMany survivors struggle with low self-esteem and tend to overload their lives with tasks. We chase perfection in every detail, as if a flawless performance can somehow erase the past. I’ve found it’s an act of radical self-kindness to choose one area of your life—or just one task in your day, to "take a B" on. This small act is a conscious decision to give yourself permission to be imperfect. It’s about choosing yourself over the frantic pursuit of external validation.
Read MoreMany of my clients discuss career-related stressors. While their industries, backgrounds, and lived experiences vary widely, almost all of them share a commonality:
Read MoreMany of my clients are struggling in their careers. Some have their “dream job” but grapple with long-held expectations that do not match reality. Others hold sought-after creative roles that feel stifling and antithetical to the creative process. Some feel trapped by “golden handcuffs” – they earn a great salary but are always on call, making work/life balance impossible to achieve.
Read MoreThere are many addictive behaviors we are quick to label and judge as such - alcohol, drugs, smoking, gambling, etc. However, things become more complicated when it comes to our day job. What happens when our source of livelihood also becomes the source of our mental and emotional suffering?
Read MoreIt's common to feel trapped and dissatisfied in your job. Perhaps you find your work unfulfilling or unimportant, you're in a toxic and unsupportive work environment, or your job demands too much time. You may be interested in trying something new but concerned about the job market, so you stay put. Many legitimate factors may prevent someone from leaving their job. But before you give up, I encourage you to be curious about your situation and consider what is at the root of your dissatisfaction.
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