One of the foremost causes of anxiety in my life right now is feelings of guilt. I have never really learned how to properly process guilt and deal with it in a healthy way. This creates a lot of problems for me, considering the fact that I struggle so much with moral perfectionism and scrupulosity … Continue reading 5 Steps to Escaping the Trap of Guilty Anxiety
Yesterday was a gorgeous day. When I left work shortly after 5:00 p.m., the sun was still shining and it truly felt like spring. It was one of those days that just called me outdoors. In fact, when I arrived at home, I didn’t even go into the house. I parked the van in the … Continue reading Sunset Revelations: When Obsession Meets Optimism
This morning I had a Skype session with my wonderful psychologist. I wasn’t entirely sure how I would feel about doing therapy over a video call at first, but it is turning out to be a very welcome alternative to making the 3-hour drive to Edmonton and back every few weeks. I’m thankful for technology … Continue reading One Step Closer…
