Steadfast Living Therapy Blog
How to Get Yourself out of a Funk
Have you ever had one of those days where you wake up in a funk? You feel grumpy for no reason and you feel increasingly irritable with every small inconvenience you encounter? I experienced this recently. It was a Monday. I didn’t sleep well the night before. I had...
Two Fun Ways to Challenge Perfectionism
If you identify as a perfectionist it may feel like your world comes crashing down when you screw something up, receive constructive criticism, or fumble through trying something new. You may become so wrapped up in achieving and producing that you lose sight of what...
Three Tips to Get the Most out of Therapy
Therapy is an investment. It takes time, energy, and money. So how do you get the biggest bang for your buck? Check out these three tips to get the most out of therapy. 1. Clarify your Goals Before you even start googling therapists or asking friends for a referral,...
Four Things to Know Before Starting EMDR Therapy
1. You'll spend several sessions preparing before you start processing. Don’t expect to dive right in. Before you even start processing the memory with bilateral stimulation (eye movements, tapping, or auditory tones) you’ll spend at least 2-3 sessions preparing. Your...
Do You Ever Compare Yourself To Others? Me Too. Here’s How I’ve Learned To Manage It.
"Comparison is the crush of conformity from one side and competition from the other -- It's trying to simultaneously fit in and stand out. Comparison says, 'Be like everyone else, but better.'" -- Brené Brown in Atlas of the Heart I’m willing to bet most people...
Three Things Sports Teach Us About Life
I love using a good sports metaphor in the therapy room. Whether you’re an athlete or not, there are countless ways we can apply concepts from sports to the rest of our lives. I've selected a few of my favorite lessons to share below. Read on to learn three things...
Slow Your Roll: Mindfulness Strategies for Type A People
If you consider yourself a Type A person, you’d probably rather eat glass than practice mindfulness. I get it. I used to be the same way. When I’d read about the benefits of mindfulness I’d roll my eyes and think, “mindfulness is not for me. I don’t have time to slow...
Five Tips for Creating Boundaries Between Work and Personal Life
As technology advances and working from home becomes more common, the boundary between our work and personal lives has become as porous as Swiss cheese. Workers are more accessible then ever before. No longer do you have to physically be in the office in order to read...
Best Books on Understanding Emotions
Raise your hand if you received social emotional education when you were in school. No? Me neither. Other than listening to one presentation by my school counselor on “I statements” in sixth grade (it was very helpful) I did not receive any formal education on...
How long does EMDR Take?
Clients often ask me how many sessions it will take to complete EMDR therapy. This is a great question! Therapy of any kind is a financial investment and time commitment, so it’s important to have a general idea of how long EMDR takes before you dive in. While it’s...
What is Grief Counseling Like?
Although grieving a loss is normal, natural, and healthy, it can also feel confusing and disorienting. Many people wonder whether they are “doing it right.” Counseling will not change the reality that you lost someone or something important to you. However, quality...
Three Ways Participating in Sports Helps Mental Health
Just because you've aged out of high school or college sports, it doesn't mean your athletic career has to be over. It's never to late to try a new sport or return to one you used to love. Need some incentive to get moving? Below I’ve listed three ways participating...