by Courtenay Monfore | Jan 31, 2022 | Blog, Relationships, Therapy
It is easier to handle those emotions when we understand what is underneath them. National Domestic Violence Hotline If you’re in an abusive relationship, you are not alone. Call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1−800−799−7233 or TTY 1−800−787−3224. You can...
by Courtenay Monfore | Jan 17, 2022 | Anxiety, Blog, Therapy
We all worry and get upset from time to time. It’s a normal part of life, right? But what happens when that anxiety or anger takes over, and you can’t calm down? Being able to calm yourself in the moment is often easier said than done. That’s why having a few...
by Courtenay Monfore | Jan 10, 2022 | Blog, Relationships
Defensiveness is not the same thing as strength. Before we really get into it, let’s unpack this a little bit more. Because like many of you, I’ve often equated “defensiveness” with “strength.” We’re told that standing up for ourselves is good. We shouldn’t take any...
by Courtenay Monfore | Jan 4, 2022 | Blog, Relationships, Therapy
Whether you’ve got 10 minutes or all day, find the perfect date idea. Continuously learn who your partner is. Show them that you know who they are. Tell them, often and with specificity, why you like and appreciate them. To make a relationship thrive, you need to be...
by Courtenay Monfore | Jan 3, 2022 | Anxiety, Blog
Here are three clear signs that your perfectionism is pushing you further from the perfect and closer to the ism. 1. You’re focused on failure. If your mind is often occupied with thoughts of your own shortcomings, you’re likely approaching perfectionism in an...
