I was an extremely difficult kid. You can chalk most of it up to genetics, since I can’t really recall … More
Tag: Childhood
The Orchid that Grew from Concrete: What It’s Like to be A Highly Sensitive Kid
Our culture demands conformity. As much as most of us hate to admit it, living in the U.S. especially, we … More
Why the Strong Men Are Cowards
“Intolerance of ambiguity is the mark of an authoritarian personality.” -Theodor Adorno Most of the time, all of us are scared, but … More
We Aren’t Unlovable if We Aren’t Loved
Childhood lays the foundation for self-esteem. Children reach out for comfort and affection when they’re scared, sad, and hurt, needing … More
Always About Me: Why It Doesn’t Make Sense to Take Anything Personally (Updated)
The other day, I helped a client begin to work through the prolonged pain he had experienced from bullying. In … More
Growing Up with the Heartbreak Kid – A Tribute to Shawn Michaels
“Whether you love Shawn Michaels or you hate him, it’s really irrelevant; he’s a magnificent athlete, with a tremendous fighting … More