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Pandemic Life: 3 Conversations

June 2, 2020

Does it feel like you’re in a time warp? Is making decisions and prioritizing a challenge? Are you easily upset? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you might be living in a pandemic. Lately, therapy conversations related to the threat of COVID-19 revolve around three main concerns. 1. An altered relationship to time. 2. A reevaluation of needs. 3. How the central nervous system reacts to the pervasive threat of death. Let’s start with time. Your normal routine is up-ended. The people you saw, places you went, and appointments you kept are just a memory. You’re not rushing to catch a train, changing your clothes to go to the gym, or squeezing in a visit to a doctor’s office during the workday. You’re losing track of the hours in...

3 Ways YOU are Like Your SMARTPHONE

October 22, 2015

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Unfinished business. Open loops. Running Apps. Depleted energy. Less productivity. Divided attention. Ugh. It’s downright overwhelming when you take a moment to realize how many tasks are competing for your time and focus every minute of every day. Ironically, ignoring them only creates more stress, and tackling them all at once creates overwhelm. So how are you like your smartphone? You’re Multi-Talented - After all, we are the creators of phones and apps. You can manage your homefront, a job and freelance work, your own business, self care, social commitments, romantic curiosities, attend that class at the gym, and learn an instrument in one fell swoop. You’re Uber Productive - You can do laundry while listening to a podcast and writing a blog, calling your mother, emailing your...

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5 Tips to Reclaim Your Life.

July 23, 2015

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Is ego, fear, or someone else’s vision keeping you stuck? You are the expert, master, and keeper of your life. What are your guiding philosophies? Are you functioning from a place of blame, entitlement, lack, fear, and greed? Or from a position of responsibility, abundance, wealth, courage, and charity? And I’m not talking about money - but rather about strength, purpose and meaning. Maybe your mind is scattered and unfocused, or it seems too late to change course now. Maybe you forgot to ask questions and push back a little along the way. Perhaps what you want seems unobtainable. Maybe you’ve never been a lucky person, or there’s too much burdening you to see the possibilities. Our perspective is much like a camera lens. Sometimes we need to stop to adjust...

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3 Ways to Make the Law of Attraction Work for You

June 23, 2015

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You got the inside scoop on The Secret. You know that horrible dream where you’re in class and its exam day but you forgot to attend school all semester? You’re in a panic because you’re not prepared! Well, you might feel panic now as you realize The Secret, on its own, doesn’t work. The universe isn’t manifesting your dreams without a little kick. The Law of Attraction isn’t enough. Hello, universe! You practice the Law of Attraction everyday - wishing, meditating, praying. But you're intentions haven’t manifested! Well, it's not surprising. What the experts didn't tell you is that the Law of Attraction is only part of the better-life-equation. There is power in positive thinking. That’s been proven. It helps to restructure our brain and trigger the flow of feel-good...

Psychology Today – Easy Tips for Keeping New Years Resolutions

December 30, 2013

Articles, Career, Goal Setting, Psychology Today Articles - In the Press!, Self Esteem, Stress Management

This article is published in Psychology Today by Mark Banschick and Heather Edwards. It is entitled, "Break Bad Habits". It’s countdown time! The new year marks a fresh start for new beginnings. Be prepared on January 1 to state your New Year Resolutions and stick to them! If your plan is to lose weight, exercise more, eat healthier, save money, or build your career or social network, then get started on developing a system for success that will work for you. Resolutions without specific plans usually get pushed to the wayside by the demands of everyday life. Come April, they’re already out the window and down the street! Be prepared to keep your New Year Resolutions in 2014 using these simple tips for seeing them through to...

Psychology Today – Difficult Divorce? 6 ways to get unstuck.

November 20, 2013

Articles, Psychology Today Articles - In the Press!, Relationships, Self Esteem, Stress Management

This article, "Difficult Divorce? 6 Ways to Get Unstuck. - Divorce can work out for the best.", was originally published on November 19, 2013 by Mark Banschick, M.D. and Heather Edwards, LMHC in Psychology Today. It addresses the basic feelings of grief, anger, and fear in divorce followed by self care and planning for a better life. Read further for tips on how to navigate this challenging life transition...

Design Your Best Life

November 11, 2013

Articles, Career, Goal Setting, Self Esteem

Each of us has a unique life story. We come from different families, places, and generations. Our circumstances effect and shape who we are and become. Personal experiences are part of us, wherever we go. We use our history to guide us through life. What's familiar is comfortable and predictable. Sometimes though, it's not the most helpful. How do we acknowledge and let go of the part of our life story that holds us back? How do we flourish, soothe, and celebrate our truly unique, special, and amazing potential? Answer the following questions to help clarify your strengths, challenges, and life goals. Begin to design your best life. 1. When do I shine? There are times, situations, places, and environments where we shine! Notice when you...

Psychology Today Article… Getting Unstuck: Revitalize Your Professional Self… Six Ways to a Better Job.

September 3, 2013

Articles, Career, Goal Setting, Psychology Today Articles - In the Press!

This article is published in Psychology Today by Heather Edwards and Mark Banschick. It is entitled, " Getting Unstuck: Revitalizing Your Work Life Five Ways to a Better Job". Let's face it. We've all been there, running full speed in the hamster wheel of work-exhaustion and discontent. Job dissatisfaction can bring you down and effect all areas of your life, if it is not addressed. People often feel burned out and under-appreciated at work. "I feel so disrespected.", "I'm bored with my job and I deserve a promotion.", "I'm overwhelmed, I don't enjoy my work anymore.", are pretty common expressions of burn out. These are obvious indicators that it's time for a career make-over. If you put in the time, effort, and soul searching required, you can create the career you want! It seems like a daunting task, but...

Holiday Stress Management

December 20, 2012

Articles, Managing the Holidays, Stress Management, Time Management

Whether you celebrate one holiday or all of them- we are all familiar with the whirlwind that begins right after Halloween, builds to Thanksgiving, and continues gaining momentum through the end of the year. While this season is meant to bring feelings of closeness and cheer to you and your loved ones, it can also bring on feelings of stress and anxiety- especially during the planning of events.   On the bright side unlike many other types of stress, holiday stress is predictable. We know where it will begin and end and we can make premeditated plans on how to reduce its impact on us.   Here are some tips you can try during your holiday seasons to assist you with stress management and help your holidays...

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Make Summertime Work for You

June 7, 2012

Articles, Goal Setting, Self Esteem, Stress Management

The official start of summer is almost here. And unless you plan it well, in the blink of an eye, it's gone! Here in the Northeast, we only get a few months of warmth, sunshine, and extended daylight hours. This has proven to improve mood, lower anxiety, and increase energy levels. How can you be sure to maximize the energy boost you get from the glorious sunlight and vitamin D? It's easy if you stay organized. Plan your summer from the start. Name your priorities. What do you want to accomplish? Is it family time? Taking a vacation? Home improvement projects? Building your career or business? Enjoying the outdoors? Reconnecting with friends? Get out your day planner and schedule your summer. Give yourself deadlines for completing important...

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Pandemic Life: 3 Conversations

3 Ways YOU are Like Your SMARTPHONE

5 Tips to Reclaim Your Life.

3 Ways to Make the Law of Attraction Work for You

Psychology Today – Easy Tips for Keeping New Years Resolutions

Psychology Today – Difficult Divorce? 6 ways to get unstuck.

Design Your Best Life

Psychology Today Article… Getting Unstuck: Revitalize Your Professional Self… Six Ways to a Better Job.

Holiday Stress Management

Make Summertime Work for You

Heather Edwards LMHC

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