Category Archives: communication
March
15
On writing, anxiety, and love
posted by Elena Bennett, LCSW
If you have never read Brain Pickings, I highly recommend this thoughtful, well-done, search for “interestingness” spear-headed by Maria Popova (@brainpicker) and the occasional guest writer. The writing at first glance often appears outside my comfort zone, but I’m usually drawn in to subjects that I might naturally toss aside as too lofty or inapplicable to my […]
November
18
Stop Stressing! You have permission :)
posted by Elena Bennett, LCSW
Stop Stressing! You have permission 🙂 http://ow.ly/folrC Thank you @ariannahuff
October
24
Fitting in (or not)
posted by Elena Bennett, LCSW
Let me just start by saying I’m a HUGE fan of listening instead of reading if I have the choice. I love podcasts, audio-books, music, and I probably chose a career that requires listening because it’s how I prefer to spend my days. Don’t get me wrong; reading is very important and is a daily requirement […]
Maya Angelou on Life Lessons
posted by Elena Bennett, LCSW
In searching for inspiration this morning, I stumbled upon a quote by Maya Angelou, one of my personal heroes. In an effort to “throw something back,” I’ve shared it today. This is my reminder that nothing is permanent, to live with an open heart and an open mind, to hug someone every day, and to […]
What’s the Use in Being Sad?
posted by Elena Bennett, LCSW
One of the most common questions asked in therapy is, “why should I be sad when I can be happy?” There are variations to this question like, “why would I want to focus on my difficult past when I can move forward and not be in pain?” Or, “I don’t want to suffer anymore. I […]
Brené Brown’s TED Talks
posted by Elena Bennett, LCSW
Two Must Watch Videos: Brene Brown – The Power of Vulnerability and Listening to Shame I became an official Brene Brown fan when she bravely addressed the seemingly “non-scientific” subject of vulnerability using evidence-based research and her own personal experience during the 2011 Ted Talks with “The Power of Vulnerability.” My appreciation for her has only intensified […]
Miss Representation
posted by Elena Bennett, LCSW
Gratuitous cute baby picture of my niece, who will grow up to be a woman before we know it! I see a lot of women in therapy. Most of them come to me with ideas about their bodies, minds, personalities, or other various features that are not true. I usually begin with a discussion of […]
How to Have an Emotionally Supportive Argument
posted by Elena Bennett, LCSW
Do you ever have an argument or discussion with your partner and think, ‘I have no idea what to say right now’ or ‘I’m so mad that I can’t even hear you’? This post is meant to help guide you through a difficult conversation and manage feelings between you and your loved ones. I will […]
