Tag Archives: boundaries
Hoarding House
I grew up in a hoarding house. My childhood was a nightmare of shame and helplessness. As soon as I was able, I got out of that house. I now own my own home with my husband. We make it … Continue reading
Holidays Manifested
Manifest how you want these holidays to go. You can do that. Yes, you can. You can use your mind to envision the kind of holiday season you want to experience. You can write down for yourself how you want … Continue reading
Allowance
“I do think the allowance experience made me a better money manager. Each Thursday evening, my father would stop on the way home from his factory job to cash his paycheck. After supper, he would sit down at the dining … Continue reading
Unexpected
My husband and I live near his parents. They are very nice people, but they have a terrible habit of showing up at our house uninvited. Like they’re out doing errands and then they just stop in. Honestly, I do … Continue reading
Self-Care
Consciously claiming time for your creative practice is a big part of self-care. It can be hard to insist on that time, but it’s important to make yourself a priority and help others understand that you’re not going to short-change … Continue reading
Real Life of an MSW 