Communicating Your Needs When You Feel Like Pulling Away
Communication is key in any relationship, but it can hit some bumps when partners have different attachment and communication styles....
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Rachel Brandwene, LCSW
Apr 28, 20232 min
The Journey to Discovering My Attachment Style and How it Changed My Perspective on Love
For most of my life, I struggled with an anxious attachment style that deeply impacted my perspective on love. I constantly found myself...
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Rachel Brandwene, LCSW
Apr 21, 20232 min
Rest is not something we earn or deserve - it's a basic human need.
As a society, we often view rest as a luxury reserved only for those who have worked hard enough to earn it. But the truth is, rest is...
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Rachel Brandwene, LCSW
Apr 15, 20233 min
Perfectionism Is Not The Same As Excellence
Perfectionism is often seen as a desirable trait. We often hear people say "I'm a perfectionist" with pride, as if it's something to...
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Rachel Brandwene, LCSW
Apr 7, 20232 min
Attachment Wounds, Sh**ty Relationships & Taking Back Your Power (With Somatic Experiencing!)
Let's face it, bad relationships suck. Whether it's the constant anxiety in a confusing "situationship" or the deep hurt from a past...
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Rachel Brandwene, LCSW
Mar 30, 20231 min
Somatic Approaches for Overcoming Procrastination
Have you ever felt like you’re in a perpetual cycle of procrastination? Do you get frustrated with yourself for putting things off time...
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Rachel Brandwene, LCSW
Mar 24, 20232 min
4 Ways That Yoga and Somatic Experiencing are Linked
If you’re looking for a path to greater mental, physical and emotional well-being, then yoga and Somatic Experiencing (SE) are two...
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Rachel Brandwene, LCSW
Mar 16, 20232 min
Understanding the Differences Between Guilt and Shame
We often confuse guilt and shame. They share many similarities and we can struggle to differentiate between them. Guilt is an emotion...
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Rachel Brandwene, LCSW
Mar 13, 20231 min
Common Myths About Somatic Experiencing
Despite the countless studies, proving the efficacy of Somatic Experiencing, there are still so many misconceptions about the practice....
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Rachel Brandwene, LCSW
Mar 2, 20232 min
The Impact of Attachment on Nervous System Health
Our connections with the people in our lives shape our emotional landscape in profound ways. We've all heard about the importance of...
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Rachel Brandwene, LCSW
Feb 23, 20232 min
The Link Between Survival Mode and Difficulty Communicating Needs in Our Relationships
Whether in our relationships with family, friends, partners or colleagues, communicating our needs and feelings can be tough. We may try...
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Rachel Brandwene, LCSW
Feb 15, 20232 min
Freeze Response Behaviors That Lead to Toxicity in Relationships
In relationships, expressing our needs is vital for mutual understanding and growth. However, for those of us grappling with disorganized...
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Rachel Brandwene, LCSW
Feb 10, 20232 min
How Unresolved Trauma Can Disintegrate Relationships
Living in a constant state of survival response can cause unresolved trauma and take its toll on our relationships. Even if we aren't...
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Rachel Brandwene, LCSW
Feb 2, 20232 min
Where Does the Fawn Response Come From & How to Recognize if This is Your Default Response...
“Fawning” – it’s usually used to describe people who bend over backwards to please others. But where does this fear-based behavior...
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Rachel Brandwene, LCSW
Jan 26, 20232 min
The Negative Effects of Suppressing Your Emotions
Suppressing your emotions can have serious effects on your physical and mental health. While it might be tempting to ignore or push away...
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Rachel Brandwene, LCSW
Jan 23, 20232 min
Working Through the Discomfort to Feel Safe in Your Own Body
Feeling safe in our own body is a beautiful experience, one that can feel especially meaningful when it has been absent from our lives....
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Rachel Brandwene, LCSW
Jan 12, 20232 min
Opening Up in Relationships
Having meaningful relationships with the people in our lives is one of the most rewarding aspects of life, yet sometimes we struggle to...
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Rachel Brandwene, LCSW
Jan 3, 20232 min
Anxious Attachment and Your Nervous System
Anxious attachment isn't just a typical bond between two people—it's more complex, and often not so healthy. It's all about fearing...
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Rachel Brandwene, LCSW
Dec 30, 20223 min
5 Ways to Start Setting Boundaries This New Year
The holiday season can be a wonderful time filled with friends, family, fun, and celebration. However, it can also be a time of stress...
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Rachel Brandwene, LCSW
Jan 17, 20223 min
When the Self Doubt Creeps in....Ways to Identify and Shift Negative Thinking Patterns
In a world where the competition is steep and everyone is coming out with new ideas and how to’s, it can feel intimidating to understand...
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