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Understanding the Sweetie Pie Dynamic

We all know the perpetual "sweetie pie" who'd rather eat glass than upset their partner. On the surface, having someone so agreeable sounds wonderful. But here's the surprising truth: people pleasing can actually sabotage the very relationships these well-meaning folks are trying to protect.

5 Lessons I've Learned From Providing Couples Therapy (That Don't Always End With "And They Lived Happily Ever After")

Couples therapy isn't only successful when people stay together. Sometimes the most profound growth happens when relationships end. Here are 5 lessons that redefine what success really means.

Breaking Through: Women's Leadership from the Playing Field to the Boardroom

Women often hesitate to lead because they feel they need to be dramatically overqualified first. As Ilona Maher noted, moms won't coach unless they played D1 sports, while dads who played one season confidently step up. This isn't just about women stepping forward—it's equally about communities recognizing women's potential. We need both: women who see their own capabilities AND systems that actively welcome their contributions.

Managing Stress: The Importance of Perspective

Are you caught in the cycle of anxiety, burnout, and people-pleasing? Learn how your perception of stress shapes your reality and discover why finding harmony is more sustainable than seeking perfect balance. Plus, download our "Saying NO" journal prompts inspired by Gabor Maté's questions from the EMDR conference—a practical tool to help you reclaim your energy and set healthier boundaries starting today.

When Money Hurts: What I've Learned About Trauma and Financial Patterns

What's fascinated me most is seeing how our relationship with money isn't just about dollars and cents—it's a deeply psychological and often trauma-informed experience. Money disruptions are often secondary problems arising from primary wounds. I've found that simply asking clients 'Whose shame is this?' can be revolutionary in unpacking their financial trauma.