Here we are again at that wonderful time of year when we are asked to be in a state of gratitude. And yet, this is the time of year when we often feel more stress and anxiety than we seem able to deal with. How can we find an attitude of gratitude when our “to do” list is a mile long? What if I told you that you CAN, and It’s easier than you think?! Take a few minutes right now and think of things that bring you joy. Having any trouble? Well, … [Read more...] about Attitude of Gratitude
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Can We Change Negative Habits
It’s 5PM. You're finally finished with a long, difficult day at work. Your first thought is to find release and relief through a delicious glass of wine, a cold beer, or the inhale of some cannabis, or _____(insert your favorite RELIEF RELEASE here)_____. It's almost an overwhelming feeling of, “I can’t wait!” Are you addicted? Some might say yes, but let’s also look at it as a Habit. It has become a habit to finish work and link it with the desire for that wonderful feeling of letting … [Read more...] about Can We Change Negative Habits
The Tree of Life
Offering Us Wisdom In my last blog post, https://wiseheartcoaching.com/epigenetics/, I wrote about epigenetics. Since then, I have been studying more on this important topic and feel it is often the key to much of the pain that causes us to suffer. My marketing manager, Anne Haynes, created a wonderful grap hic that helps explain epigenetics by utilizing the wisdom of the Tree of Life. Let's Take a Look First, notice that she is a crone tree, old and riddled with wisdom – a sage … [Read more...] about The Tree of Life
The Adam Project
You're probably wondering why a hypnotherapist is recommending a movie on Netflix. Well, it's actually because it is a great example of Regression Therapy. The Adam Project is not just about time travel, it's about coming to terms with the stories we tell ourselves. So many of us create stories about our childhoods filled with pain and loss. We make up narratives about why our parents were absent in our lives, about why we were bullied in school, about why our parents got divorced, etc. Many … [Read more...] about The Adam Project
Are You a Victim of Gaslighting?
Gaslighting is a form of abuse when another person denies what you are experiencing and states this denial in a way that makes you think you might be crazy. Common gaslighting phrases are: Are you sure your memory is correct? I never said that. You’re being too sensitive. That never happened. You’re imagining it. It’s your fault. I'm only kidding. And so many, many other phrases that all signify that something is wrong with you. Gaslighting is a way of … [Read more...] about Are You a Victim of Gaslighting?
You Are Not Broken
"Care about people's approval and you will be their prisoner. Do your work, then step back, the only path to serenity.” ―Lao Tzu, Tao Te Ching This quote most likely resonates with most of us. Yet, we continue to walk around, whether we know it or not, seeking approval. Am I good enough? Likeable enough? Pretty enough? Thin enough? Am I dressed right? What about my hair? What if someone does not approve of you? What if they shun you for being … [Read more...] about You Are Not Broken
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