A client of mine is a very successful professional. However, she tends to see herself as inferior to others all along. Due to her humble family background and experience of being abused by her parents, she has intense shame inside her. It is difficult for her to accept her background and her parents. She tended to suppress her feelings …
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In the beginning of 2023, we may start to make New Year’s resolution or even some long-term aspirations. For some people, it may provoke their emotions because they may find themselves being stuck in their current roles and cannot move towards what they dream of. A client of mine used to be a helping professional …
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Happy New Year! It is hopeful for all of us to have a new start in 2023. Some of us may already made New Year’s resolutions and commenced to act according to our plans. However, some people may be hestitated to start pursuing their aspirations due to lack of self confidence or constant self doubts. …
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There are many different ways to celebrate New Year. For some people, it may be a time for them to take rest and enjoy being with loved ones after a year of hard work. For others, it may be a time for them to reflect on different aspects in the past one year and make New Year’s …
Continue reading “Ready for a reflection on meaning of life for New Year?”
It is common for us to reflect on our lives in the year end and make New Year’s resolution. It is satisfying to be able to summarize the past one year as fruitful and rewarding. For those who found themselves successful in accomplishing what was planned, it was encouraging to make plans to go further …
Continue reading “If you feel stuck, learn to listen to the voice of your inner child”
With the lessening of restrictions for social distancing due to Covid, people are enjoying more social gatherings and parties in December. Many of my clients feel anxious about receiving more invitations for gatherings weeks around Christmas and New Year. For my clients with social anxiety, resuming to attend social gatherings and parties is anxiety-provoking after …
