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Can I be Addicted to a Person?

Author: Gina McKeeOn: Jun 13Categories: Mental Health Matters, Women No Comments

Can I be Addicted to a Person?

The answer is YES. In her note-worthy book, Is it Love, or is it Addiction? – Brenda Schaffer, a licensed psychologist and certified addiction specialist has helped countless people find their way from the trials and confusion of addictive love to the fulfillment of whole and healthy relationships. Through her clinical experience of addictive love...

If You Want to Feel Better, Write a Love Letter!

Author: Gina McKeeOn: Apr 02Categories: Children, Inspiration, Mental Health Matters, Pathways to Wellness, Women No Comments

If You Want to Feel Better, Write a Love Letter!

Children, Inspiration, Mental Health Matters, Pathways to Wellness, Women

When we choose to bury our feelings, we act differently. We may not make ourselves available to others and may withdraw, or just not be fully engaged when we do spend time with other people. At other times, we can react inappropriately because our emotions are pulling us in a different direction from where we really want or need to...

The Real Story…

Author: Gina McKeeOn: Jun 26Categories: Inspiration, Mental Health Matters, Pathways to Wellness No Comments

The Real Story…

Inspiration, Mental Health Matters, Pathways to Wellness

It began with my Father’s death in 1994. That deep loss initiated the end of my life as I knew it and started my awakening from emotional prison. Emotional prisons are filled with broken hearts, despair, loneliness, confusion, anger, anxiety, fear, co-dependency, dysfunctional relationships, addictions, personal pain projections (on innocent bystanders),...

8 Consequences of Healthy Self-Esteem

Author: Gina McKeeOn: May 18Categories: Mental Health Matters, Women No Comments

8 Consequences of Healthy Self-Esteem

Mental Health Matters, Women

Self-esteem is the key to success or failure. It is a major requirement of a fulfilling life and of mental healthiness. How you feel about yourself crucially affects virtually every aspect of your experience. From the way you function at work, in love or sex, to the way you operate as a parent, to how high in life you are...

To change or not to change. That is your question.

Author: Gina McKeeOn: Jan 16Categories: Mental Health Matters, Women No Comments

To change or not to change. That is your question.

Mental Health Matters, Women

I remember coming across this poem by Portia Nelson while I was becoming aware that healing is a journey – a journey of individuation. She says it very well. You repeat behaviors that bring about dissatisfaction, frustration, and a loss of self-worth. 5 things to know before you change your life. 1. It starts with self-compassion. Self-compassion...