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ThE ILLUSION OF FEAR

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***This is an essay on fear, inspired by a very scary experience I had. I wrote it initially for me, and then realized I should share with others. **

Fear is the greatest THIEF of life.


The destroyer of freedom, imprisoning us in a cell of illusions and projections.

We engage with fear as if it was a “real” threat, but in reality it is simply an illusion.

The experience from a past hurt, disappointment or threat that we are bringing into the present and projecting into the future…

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WHAT MINDFULNESS & MEDITATION CAN GIFT US IN THIS CRAZY WORLD

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So what's the fuss with meditation all about??

One of my clients said to me: "You always find a way to bring things back to meditation."

I thought it was a funny observation, yet I realized that while I often encourage our clients to engage in a practice of meditation or mindfulness, I don't always share some of the research or science behind it.

Research shows meditation works. It can help you reduce stress, be happier & less reactive. It also has shown to increase decision-making, compassion, and…

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The 7 Types of ADHD

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Did you know there are 7 different types of ADHD? If you struggle with ADHD you've probably noticed that you are not like others with ADHD...

As a clinician and coach who specializes in treating ADHD, I can tell you that everyone with ADHD is NOT THE SAME!

ADHD is a neurodevelopmental difference known for the challenges it causes with executive function, memory, impulse control. Overall the functions in the pre-frontal cortex of the brain.

There are many symptoms of ADHD but the most co…

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Taming Your ADHD in the Summertime

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know what you might be thinking… I was looking forward to the summer to relax and take a break!

And you can do that! Often summer brings lots of fun, adventures and an easier schedule. And while most people think that they will “work” at improving their ADHD MANAGEMENT SKILLS over the Fall when school starts, it’s often too late!

What do I mean by that?

Think of yourself as an elite athlete.

If you are an athlete and serious about your sport, you won’t take the summer off and “hope” to be in shape …

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