by Teri Claassen | Mar 24, 2022 | Conflict
Do you know how gaslighting impacts relationships? Gaslighting is a term used in the psychology world that refers to a person who manipulates someone causing them to question what is real. It is commonly done in emotionally abusive relationships. When a person...
by Teri Claassen | Mar 10, 2022 | Stress
Let’s face it. Life is STRESSFUL! Too many commitments. Too many ideas of how you wish you could spend your time.Too many things needing your attention. The list never ends. Do you need some tips for coping when life is stressful? Stress comes in all forms and...
by Teri Claassen | Feb 23, 2022 | Coping
Can there be 3 words that can make a difference in your life? Are you overwhelmed and burned out? Are you barely keeping your head above water? Does a ‘good job’, ‘thank you’, or compliment feel like it could save your life? Are your...
by Teri Claassen | Feb 10, 2022 | Love
It’s almost Valentine’s Day! As many people are focusing on love right now, I thought it would be best to look at traits that will help you have a healthy relationship. I am thankful to say that my husband and I have been married for almost 21 years and...
by Teri Claassen | Jan 26, 2022 | Goals
We’ve almost made it through the first month in 2022! So many people desire to make long term changes this year. I’ve been spending these weeks with clients processing how to start this year in a healthy way. People want more of something. More health....
by Teri Claassen | Jan 12, 2022 | Goals
As you’re trying to accomplish goals for 2022, I thought it would be good to share a common issue I see that comes between people meeting their goals: self-sabotage. Are you setting yourself up to fail with self-sabotage? I work with a lot of people who struggle...
by Teri Claassen | Dec 29, 2021 | Goals
Now that Christmas is past, we can focus on the fact that it’s almost the end of 2021! I don’t think anyone is sad about this!! A new year is about to begin which gives us all an opportunity to think about what goals we intentionally want to strive towards...
by Teri Claassen | Dec 15, 2021 | Holidays
Clients tell me all the time, “I hate the holidays”. There’s many stressors for people as they attend family gatherings and try to meet everyone’s expectations for the season. One way to decrease holiday stress is to set some emotional boundaries during the...
by Teri Claassen | Dec 8, 2021 | Holidays
Trees, decorating, Christmas cards, parties, school programs, family gatherings and traditions, wrapping, baking, shopping and MORE shopping. It’s exhausting to even think about all the ‘to do’s’ during the holidays. Because of this, here’s 6 ways to...
by Teri Claassen | Dec 1, 2021 | Holidays
Yes thanksgiving is over and it’s time to start thinking about Christmas shopping. Finding the perfect gift is on everyone’s mind. Have you ever thought to give loving Christmas gifts? This year, try to give gifts that say ‘I love you’ to your...