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Tiny Triumphs
tiny triumphs that deserve major applause. You woke up feeling refreshed. That’s a sign your sleep quality is on point. This weather. Go outside. Now that spring is near, the warmer temps and fresh air are wins for all of us! You … Continue reading
Vegas Sunrise
The next book on the pile was Fern Michaels’ Vegas Sunrise, flipping it over to read the synopsis in big letters it read “The spellbinding conclusion to the Vegas Trilogy”. I checked my inventory sheet even though I knew I … Continue reading
Put Your Failure Into Context
Start by asking yourself: What did I set out to do? What happened? (This question isn’t about focusing on how you “screwed up,” Dr. Edmondson said. It’s about dispassionately examining the facts.) Is it possible to make amends or course, … Continue reading
The Risk of Withholding Suicidal Thoughts from Medical Intake Forms
I know I need to see a therapist. I suspect I am picking at details to stall, but I get hung up on the question “Have you had suicidal thoughts?” from the intake forms. I did a depression screening sheet … Continue reading
