by Joelle | Mar 12, 2022 | Blog
Where are you from? Whether on an interview, at a party or out on a date, eventually the invitation to share this story emerges. Our origin, our place, our roots. How do we locate ourselves in this ever changing world? Knowing where we came from provides a basic sense...
by Joelle | Mar 12, 2022 | Blog
My life relationship with my family could be defined as “spotty” at best. An ocean between us made it a relatively easy task to ignore our history, pretend they didn’t exist, carry on with my relationships without concern. Except not. Whatever is left unresolved with...
by Joelle | Jan 29, 2022 | Blog
Is this even a question for you? It is for me. Almost two decades ago I decided that when it was my time to shuffle off this mortal coil I would take no baggage with me. The trauma from my formative years, coupled with added trauma created from the relationships I’d...
by Joelle | Jan 19, 2022 | Blog
As we drove home from our second date together, I remember thinking, “I really want to kiss this guy…” We had spent the afternoon together paddling in his canoe and he brought a picnic for us to enjoy afterward. We connected deeply on that early summer day. As we...
by Joelle | Jan 13, 2022 | Blog
As I prepare for the year ahead, I’m deeply steeped in the work of Internal Family Systems. My parents have agreed they no longer have the capacity to fully take care of themselves and need more support. Last week, I shared how the healing work you do regarding your...
by Joelle | Jan 2, 2022 | Blog
“Love is my decision. It’s up to me to give of my heart. Love is my decision. No one else can tell me to start. And once I decide to change my mind, God will show me how. Love is my decision, My decision, right here and now.”Daniel Nahmod As I...
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