Out of the Mire
…because thriving is the goal
Tag: empathy
The Ego and You
Relationships can be very rewarding, but, truthfully, they can be difficult. This is true for everyone regardless of any residual issues you might face in terms of family of origin, trauma, and relationship history. This makes personal development in terms of interpersonal effectiveness, perspective-taking,… Continue Reading “The Ego and You”
Empathy vs. Sympathy
I’ve written about Brené Brown before. Her PhD and research are focused on shame. In one of her books, she identified herself as a ‘shame researcher’. I find this fascinating. Shame is part of the human experience as is its cousin, humiliation, and its brother, guilt.… Continue Reading “Empathy vs. Sympathy”
The Tipping Point
Therapy is work. I won’t lie. I do not like it. I sit there for almost two hours and burn in that damnable chair. It is necessary. I almost wish it were lying on a chaise longue talking about my father and discussing my… Continue Reading “The Tipping Point”
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