by Marina Edelman, LMFT | Oct 11, 2018 | Blog
I recently came across a book called The Brain That Changes Itself by Norman Doidge. One of the things the author discusses is the power of visualization. Experiments done with basketball players showed that players that sat on the bench but visualized practicing their warm up routine, actually had the same level of preparedness at game time as those that physically practiced.
How can visualization help you?
Imagine your goals with images that trigger excitement in your body.
- Visualize with the ‘Mental Rehearsal’ Technique. …
- Create a Goal Board
- Create a Visual Picture and an Affirmation for Each Goal. …
- Imagine different scenarios that could occur if this goal were a reality
- Use Affirmations to Support Your Visualization. …
- Expect Results.
#happiness #anxiety #therapy #therapist #visualization
by Marina Edelman, LMFT | Oct 10, 2018 | Blog
Happiness Tip of the Day
What Minimalism is really all about is reassessment of your priorities so that you can strip away the excess stuff—the possessions and ideas and relationships and activities—that don’t bring value to your life – Colin Wright {blogger Exilelifestyle.com}
Research suggests that purchasing an experience resulted in higher mood then purchasing an item. Creating memories, especially those shared with others, leads to greater happiness.
What new experiences await you?
#life #happiness #money #financialtherapy #therapy #therapist
by Marina Edelman, LMFT | Oct 9, 2018 | Blog
I am excited to have found a pure and effective CBD oil to share with my clients.
How CBD oil can help anxiety
CBD oil is thought to work with a brain receptor called CB1. The exact way CBD affects CB1 is still being studied and is not fully understood, however, it’s thought that it increases serotonin levels in your body. Tradition treatment for low serotonin is prescription SSRI’s such as Zoloft and Prozac. CBD can be an alternative for some people who struggle with generalized anxiety, social anxiety, etc. Please talk to your doctor before making changes to your treatment plan or using CBD.
What to look for in CBD Oil
- Cold Pressed
- Broad spectrum
- Turpenes
- Balanced Oil
- Tested for pesticide
This product has it all! Please let me know if you would like more information.
#anxiety #CBD #Therapy #Therapist #CBDOil
by Marina Edelman, LMFT | Oct 8, 2018 | Blog
People will often describe what they are going through as they “see light at the end of the tunnel”. To which I respond “get out of the tunnel and walk through field of dreams”. By this I mean, life is a journey and walking through a field with multiple observation points and beautiful scenery allows one to discover themselves. Being in a tunnel is so limiting and forces one to focus on outcome and end result as opposed to enjoying the present journey with limitless possibilities.
#therapy #life #depression
by Marina Edelman, LMFT | Oct 4, 2018 | Blog
Mediation is very useful to resolve family disputes, facilitate divorce, and help with co-parenting among other things. As a mediator I connect my clients with professionals that can assist with understanding tax implications, appraisals, and legal forms. This is done to help all parties come up with an agreement they can live with instead of living with an agreement the law says they should accept. One of the most important elements of mediation is closure. Besides figuring out distribution of tangible and intangible property, my clients comment on how closure helps them move on and let go of emotional attachments they have towards possessions.
#mediation #couples #family #therapy
by Marina Edelman, LMFT | Oct 3, 2018 | Blog
Most of us are uncomfortable sitting and feeling our negative emotions. What ever doesn’t feel good we try to get rid of, spiders, telemarketers, and negative feelings. Try accepting them, labeling, and analyzing them in a mindful way. By trying this three step approach you will notice them dissipating naturally and not transforming into deeper darker feelings.
#sad # insecure #judged #feelings #therapy #therapist #emotions
by Marina Edelman, LMFT | Sep 28, 2018 | Blog
Happy Friday! The weekend is almost here and although some of us look forward to it, others might fret. Social anxiety can peak over the weekend when we socialize the most. Wether you are running around doing errands or are attending social engagements, anxiety over being around others can set in. Here are 10 ways to be happier this weekend:
- Be open to new opportunities and people
- De-personalize – not everything is about you
- Feeling disappointed – reframe it into a new
- Fake it till you make really does work
- Stopping fearing judgment and accept that it exists and it’s o.k.
- Ask a friend for feedback or advice
- Volunteer
- Motivate yourself to get a project done
- Change up your routine
- Smile at a stranger
#socialanxiety #stress #weekend #happiness #therapy #therapist #westlakevillage #thousandoaks #malibu
by Marina Edelman, LMFT | Sep 26, 2018 | Blog
Experts agree that good quality sleep is important for proper body and mind functioning. Lack of sleep affects our ability to concentrate, metabolism and our mood – more specifically depression.
Proper sleep hygiene includes but not limited to:
- Maintain a constant routine – go to sleep and wake up at the same time
- Avoid naps
- Set thermostat to 68F
- Keep the room as dark as possible
- Eliminate caffein after lunch
- Stop using electronics 1 hour before bedtime
- White noise machines are helpful
- Exercise regularly
- If you have a tendency to ruminate then write down tasks prior to going to bed
- Meditate
Hope these tips help and you have a good nights rest. Feel free to add suggestions in the comments field.
#sleep #depression #mood #therapy #therapist
by Marina Edelman, LMFT | Sep 25, 2018 | Blog
Autophobia is the fear of being alone. Some people become so consumed with never being alone that they lose themselves in trying to please others or accepting invitations to just not be alone. What is so scary about being alone? Loneliness can bring about depression but being alone, even for extroverts, can be calming and refreshing. Try running errands, going to lunch, or staying home on Saturday night all by yourself and pay attention to how you feel. It’s not so scary and you might actually enjoy it.
#alone #depression #fear #anxiety #therapy
by Marina Edelman, LMFT | Sep 24, 2018 | anxiety
Who doesn’t like the smell and taste of coffee in the morning. Researchers suggest that drinking two or more cups of coffee every day can reduce the risk of some cancer, liver disease, and possibly Parkinson’s disease. However, if you have anxiety please consider an alternative beverage. Caffeine is a stimulant and can cause jitters. For people who are predisposed to anxiety, caffeine can trigger uncomfortable sensations such as sweaty palms, racing heart, and ringing in the ears. These feelings can trick your brain into feeling stress or anxiety. If this happens remind your self you are having a normal response to a stimulant and that it will pass shortly. Drink lots of water and try diaphram breathing.
#anxiety #stress #coffee #stimulant #caffeine #psychonutrition
