by Courtenay Monfore | May 29, 2023 | Therapy, Trauma
Signs of a narcissistic parent and advice for navigating the relationship. Narcissism personality disorder (NPD) is a mental health condition in which someone is extremely motivated by their own self-image and self-preservation.1 People with NPD often have a very high...
by Courtenay Monfore | Apr 17, 2023 | Anxiety, Trauma
Confidence is a feeling of trust in your abilities, qualities, and judgment. The American Psychological Association defines self-confidence as “a belief that one is capable of successfully meeting the demands of a task.” It can refer to a general sense of...
by Courtenay Monfore | Apr 3, 2023 | Anxiety, Therapy, Trauma
Do you ever hurt your own feelings? For many, it’s a common occurrence. A curt reply to that thoughtful work email, zero responses to that happy hour invitation – little slights like these get my inner critic going. What a dumb thing to say! Of course they...
by Courtenay Monfore | Feb 13, 2023 | Relationships, Trauma
Trauma can change how we act in the world. It can affect our relationships by changing how we relate to ourselves and others. Trauma can affect people in many ways and its effects may look different from person to person. If you have been through a traumatic...
by Courtenay Monfore | Dec 26, 2022 | Anxiety, Therapy, Trauma
“Enlightenment is a destructive process. It has nothing to do with becoming better or being happier. Enlightenment is the crumbling away of untruth. It’s seeing through the facade of pretense. It’s the complete eradication of everything we imagined to be true.”...
by Courtenay Monfore | Dec 19, 2022 | Anxiety, Blog, Trauma
“The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change.” ~Carl Rogers When was the last time you stopped trying to improve something about yourself or your life? Some people spend a lot of their life chasing goals. There’s nothing...
by Courtenay Monfore | Dec 12, 2022 | Blog, Relationships, Trauma
The importance of gratitude, smiles, and deep breaths. KEY POINTS Stress can keep our bodies in a state of fear, making it hard to enjoy the holiday season. Practicing gratitude can help soothe the nervous system, making us less reactive and more relaxed. Simple...
by Courtenay Monfore | Nov 21, 2022 | Blog, Relationships, Trauma
Figuring out your relationship status can be confusing. Here’s how to clarify. KEY POINTS Notice the signs early. Be honest about your feelings and ask for what you want. Communicate openly, not passively.Do you find yourself confused about the relationship you...
by Courtenay Monfore | Nov 8, 2022 | Anxiety, Relationships, Therapy, Trauma
Everybody has those inner gremlins talking to them, bringing up the worst thoughts, second-guessing their instincts and being generally unkind. Where exactly do those critical voices come from? And why are they so mean? If you’re reading this, you probably know...
by Courtenay Monfore | Aug 22, 2022 | Anxiety, Relationships, Trauma
The truest, deepest love comes from within — but, like any other relationship, it takes work. Before you can truly show up for other people in your life, you need to be able to do the same for yourself. That means, taking credit for your accomplishments, learning to...
