Information on Internal Family Systems Theory:
A spiritual understanding of Internal Family Systems Theory
The Institute for Internal Family Systems Theory
Articles On Healing, Trauma, and Boundaries:
Wholeness Includes Imperfection — Center for Action and Contemplation
Unleashing Your Sixth Sense: The Power of Neuroception
11 signs you’ve almost developed into the best version of yourself
Power of Self Awareness for leaders
6 things that indicate you are self aware or help you develop self awareness
10 things to do that help you attract happy friends
If you truly want to master your emotions, say goodbye to these 9 behaviors
The Importance of Compassion and Empathy When Forgiving
If you experience these 9 feelings, you’re truly self-aware
9 Keys to Healing From Adverse Childhood Experiences
How to Set Compassionate Boundaries
20 Tips for De-Escalating Emotional Situations
8 Signs of Emotional Maturity
7 things emotionally intelligent people avoid doing in conversations
People with high emotional intelligence often share these 7 habits
11 healthy habits of people who make the most out of their mornings
Are You Emotionally Unavailable in Your Relationship?
10 characteristics of an emotionally stable person
10 Pet Peeves That Might Be Childhood Trauma Wounds
5 Triggers for Adults With Childhood Emotional Neglect
Things that emotionally intelligent individuals do and skills you can develop
From People Pleaser To Power Negotiator: A Self-Transformation
Learning to hold boundaries
10 signs you’re more resilient than you give yourself credit for
Use the ‘Stop, Drop, and Roll’ Technique To Deal When You’re Emotionally Triggered
Examples of what healing looks like
A Psychologist Offers Two Routes To A Healthier Attachment Style
Research-Backed Ways To Break The Cycle Of Trauma Bonding
Psychology Today: 6 Flaws of the Mind That Can Lead to Misery
A Psychologist Describes 3 Ways To Immediately Reclaim Your Hope And Happiness
The Wounds That Hinder Relationships
How to make your attachment style work for you
What experiencing childhood emotional neglect looks like in a marriage
5 Subtle Signs of Unprocessed Attachment Trauma
5 Personality Traits Linked to a Painful Childhood
Massive review study suggests psychological trauma nearly triples a person’s risk of mental disorder
7 stages of trauma bonding, the causes, and how to break it
Here is an article on setting healthy boundaries with romantic partners
Article on maintaining healthy boundaries
Article on respecting other people’s boundaries
3 Tips To Set Healthy Boundaries With Yourself & Others
Why Triangulation In Relationships Is A Form Of Emotional Abuse
An antidote to heartbreak? Science reveals how to hack loneliness
5 Vagus Nerve Exercises That Will Rewire Your Brain
Information on the impact if emotional neglect
Hands Are For Holding: Resources on ending child physical abuse
There Are Only 4 Stages Of Love — How To Know Which One You’re In
Mindfulness Resources:
8 Simple Strategies to Boost Self-Compassion
The benefits of morning meditation
How Mindfulness Builds Belonging
Meditation is the future of medicine
This Simple Activity Lowers Stress Without Exercise or Meditation
What does it mean to awaken?
Mindfulness-based fMRI neurofeedback shows promise in
Connection between mindfulness and relationship
Benefits of Mindfulness Meditation and Psychedelics for managers
Meditation Diminishes Bias Toward Negative Information
Cultivating Kindness for Yourself
Interoception: A Gateway to the Neuroscience of Self-Awareness
You Can’t Explain Human Experience in Purely Physical Terms
Eastern philosophy says there is no “self.” Science agrees.
I lived as a monk and studied Zen for 20 years—here’s the No. 1 thing it taught me about happiness
Micro-Meditation Methods for Quick Bursts of Calm
For individuals who experience chronic pain an app for managing symptoms
Why I Chose Slow Living Over Hustle Culture (8 Habits to Enjoy Life): There can be many health benefits to slowing down
How Mindfulness Affects the Brain and Body
Mantras: Examples, How to Use Them, Benefits
What Is Mindfulness? Being Present and Letting Go of Things Beyond Your Control — Here’s How To Do It
The benefits of meditation
How Mindful Communication Makes Us More Compassionate
Neuroscience News: Exercise More Effective Than Medicines to Manage Mental Health
7 Tips For Improving Emotional Intelligence
Enlightenment or healing from trauma and what you might experience
Meditation on the brain: how long makes a difference?
The Guardian: The stress secret: 12 ways to meditate – without actually meditating
Mindfulness exercises can be as effective as anxiety drugs, study shows
Use These 7 Daily Habits to Boost Your Mental Health
Buddhism’s blueprint to conquer suffering and rewire the brain
STOP Mindfulness: What Is It?
7 habits that support mental health well being
Mindfulness vs Meditation: What’s the Difference?
A neuroscientist shares the 3 exercises she does to stop stress and anxiety—in ‘just a few minutes’
Yoga Resources:
The 5 Kundalini Awakening Stages: Understanding The Transformative Journey Of Kundalini Shakti
‘It improves everything’: 17 reasons to love yoga – even if you are sceptical
8 Yoga Poses You Can Add to Your Bedtime Routine for Better Sleep
Walking and yoga ‘can cut risk of cancer spreading or returning’
Yoga: Modern research shows a variety of benefits to both body and mind from the ancient practice
How to Use Yoga in Addiction Recovery
Eating Disorder Recovery: Hunger, Hope and Healing
Neuroscience News: Exercise and the Brain: The Neuroscience of Fitness Explored
Resources for highly responsive people (also known as highly sensitive):
This Is a Better Term for ‘Highly Sensitive Person’
8 signs you’re not “too sensitive”, you’re simply an empath
Reiki:
Reiki: What It Is, How It Works, Potential Benefits
What is Intuition and how do you use it
Movement Resources:
here is the official site for The Feldenkrais Method where you can get more information about the benefits and applications of the method.
The https://feldenkrais.com/
Sheri Cohen is a Feldenkrais Practitioner. She offers weekly on-line Awareness Through Movement lessons for a fee with a pay what you can option.
David Zemach-Bersin at Feldenkrais Access is one of Dr Feldenkrais’ first American students. He offers a variety of free and for-fee online classes.
Other resources include: Feldenkrais Practitioners in Portland, OR and Find a Practitioner to search for local practitioners.
Resources on Depth Psychology and Carl Jung
Carl Jung explored the depths of his own unconscious mind
Parenting Resources:
Children benefit from ‘gentle parenting.‘ Here’s how to practice it.
Parents of successful kids don’t worry about screen time, expert says—they teach these 3 skills instead
LGBTQ+A Resources:
Protecting Access to Life-Saving Healthcare for Transgender Youth
Diversity and Equity in the Workplace
PFLAG National has all of the support and information you need when a loved one comes out
LGBTQ+ Resources for college students
Resources for people of color and their allies:
Live Another Day – Live Another Day believes in equal access to life-saving mental health and substance use resources. This website provides extensive information on the best resources available.
Detox Local – An excellent resource that features abundant information including mental health and substance use resources specifically for the AAPI (American Asian and Pacific Islander) community.
Social Justice Resources
Articles on Trauma in the Body:
10 Possible Signs of Unhealed Attachment Trauma
The Unique Integrative Aspects of EMDR
Article on the affects of childhood attachment trauma
Affects of Childhood Trauma TEDTalk
How Trauma Gets Stuck in the Body: A video with Peter Levine explaining how trauma gets stuck in the body
The Future of Healing: Shifting from Trauma Informed Care to Healing Center Engagement: A healing centered approach is holistic involving culture, spirituality, civic action and collective healing.
Childhood Emotional Neglect Causes These 6 Lifelong Mistakes: Learning the wrong ideas about feelings sends you in the wrong direction.
Resources for Compassion Practices:
The Meaning and Different Movements of Compassion | https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/human-beings-being-human/202211/the-meaning-and-different-movements-compassion” data-wplink-url-error=”true”>Psychology Today
Anything by Kristin Neff
- https://self-compassion.org/category/exercises/
- TED Talk: The Space Between Self-Esteem and Self Compassion (19 mins)
- 8-week class on Mindful Self-Compassion
Tara Brach
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- https://www.tarabrach.com/
- the book Radical Compassion
https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/45358321 - podcast (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/tara-brach/id265264862)
- guided meditation on the R.A.I.N. of Self-Compassion
- Self-compassion skills workbook by Desmond
https://www.goodreads.com/en/book/show/32191702 - Series of Compassion-Focused Therapy books that are written for clients
https://www.goodreads.com/series/130431-compassionate-mind-guides
To schedule an appointment or to learn more about my services, please email blossomingheartcounseling@proton.me or 503-880-7190