by Dr. Brian Hooper | Jun 11, 2021 | All Posts, Anxiety, Emotions, Spiritually Integrated Psychotherapy
It has become very popular to quote the wisdom, “Don’t take anything personally.” Although well intentioned, this piece of advice can be damaging if not properly understood. It can result in frustration, shame, and hopelessness by the person receiving it. And, for the...
by Dr. Brian Hooper | Oct 31, 2020 | All Posts, Anxiety, Couples Communication, Emotions
Stop Saying “I feel that…” Feelings are important. Ideas are important. Stop confusing them! When a person begins a sentence with the words, “I feel that…” They are NOT communicating how they feel, they are communicating what they think! Sure, they may have some...
by Dr. Brian Hooper | May 5, 2019 | Emotions
“Why do I always think that I’m somehow responsible when I experience abuse? Why do I feel confused when I know I did nothing to deserve the abuse I’m receiving? Why do I stay in abusive situations?” Her mother’s messages were, “Don’t do anything to embarrass me;...
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