The quickest way to expose your insecurities is to be hypercritical of others. When you spend your time criticizing others, it says a lot more about you than the one that you are criticizing. Those who spend their lives finding fault in others are most critical of themselves. … [Read more...]
This, Too, Shall Pass
Written by Kristin Barton Cuthriell, M.Ed., MSW, LCSW Riding the Wave of Emotion Who said that we are to be happy all the time? We all have rough days. Days when we wake up on the wrong side of the bed. Days when we would rather not get out of bed. Days when one thing after … [Read more...]
Relationships: Connecting the Past with the Present
Written by Kristin Barton Cuthriell, M.Ed, MSW, LCSW Be mindful and aware of what is really happening in the present. Painful feelings stemming from past emotional wounds have a way of resurfacing in our present day relationships. Although this concept is nothing new, many … [Read more...]
Today’s Inspiration
Written by Kristin Barton Cuthriell, M.Ed., MSW, LCSW Today when I become frustrated, disappointed, angry, or impatient, I will ask myself three questions. Will this matter next month? Will this matter next year? Is this a life changing event? I will then calm myself and … [Read more...]
Embracing the Pain
Written by Kristin Barton Cuthriell, M.Ed, MSW, LCSW If you allow yourself to feel, you allow yourself to heal. When I meet my clients for the first time, most of them are going through some of the toughest times in their lives. Their strength and courage often amazes me. … [Read more...]