by Marina Edelman, LMFT | Oct 18, 2018 | Blog
Try Spending the Day Alone
People are staying single longer and even those that are married tend to be more autonomous than previous generations. I work with clients that refuse to run errands or go out to dinner alone. They fear being judged as lesser than if they were to be spotted by an acquaintance.
Enjoying ones company is a sign of strength and confidence. Take your self to the movies, visit a museum, or utter those scary words “Table for one please” and feel empowered at once! Our independence is read as confidence to our partners and society at large, and confidence is one of the most coveted qualities.
Please share what you prefer to do alone…
#confidence #alone #anxiety #depression #therapy #therapist
by Marina Edelman, LMFT | Oct 16, 2018 | Blog
Journaling is something we all think about doing but somehow don’t get around to. Maybe it’s not knowing what to write or the daily commitment is overwhelming, well today all of that is going to change. I am encouraging you to only write when the mood strikes you! Here are some prompts to inspire you to journal:
1. List the 3 people you spend the most time with, why, and how they’re affecting your behaviors, your thoughts, your life.
2. If you stopped thinking about money or people’s opinions, what would you do with your life?
3. What is a book you wish someone would write or how would you change the ending of a book you recently read?
#happiness #journaling #therapy #therapist
by Marina Edelman, LMFT | Oct 15, 2018 | Blog
Monday Marriage Tip…compliment your partner. According to Gottman research a healthy relationship has a 5:1 ratio. Five positive to one negative comment. Infuse your relationship with compliments and you both will benefit.
This act of kindness increases serotonin for both the giver and receiver which leads to increased productivity, decreased stress, and more harmony. Make it part of your routine and watch the bickering between you subside.
#marriage #couples #argument #therapy #therapist #marriagecounseling
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
