Jessica's Posts, Relationships
Becky White George
Why We Misread Each Other

We all come into new relationships with our own biases and blind spots. These can come from our childhoods, our past relationships, our internal worlds, and some many other areas. We usually have varying degrees of awareness about what these are and where they come from. The cruel irony is that we are often so fearful about recreating patterns and experiencing similar painful dynamics that we inadvertently become even more primed to notice and overinflate these characteristics. This psychological bias in relationships can skew our perceptions and lead us to misread signals.

Why We Misread Each Other
Helene's Posts, Trauma and Mental Health
Becky White George
Feeling Worse Before Feeling Better?

When it comes to healing from trauma, discomfort can sometimes be part of the process. In EMDR, it often means something meaningful is starting to move.

Feeling Worse Before Feeling Better?
Kalie's posts, Relationships
Becky White George
Self-Awareness in Relationships

Self-awareness in relationships allows us to take ownership of our experience - not just what happened, but how we’re interpreting it.

Self-Awareness in Relationships
Root to Rise Therapy's Posts, Self Care & Mindfulness
Becky White George
Downside to Faking a Smile

Most of us have heard of toxic positivity at some point; the pressure to stay upbeat and ignore difficult emotions, even if it's more honest to feel and express them. Of course, we would love to appear and feel positive all the time, but what really are the impacts of always putting on a smile?

Downside to Faking a Smile
Lauren's Posts, Self Care & Mindfulness
Becky White George
Self-Care Beyond Bubble Baths

When we hear the term self-care, we tend to think of a cozy night in: candles, a bath, maybe a favorite show. While this is absolutely a version of self-care, it’s not the entirety of it. Self-care might look different each day, and what feels supportive in one moment may not feel right in the next. Some days you need movement, connection, or fresh air. Other days you need silence, solitude, or just the reminder you’re allowed to pause.

Self-Care Beyond Bubble Baths

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Why We Misread Each Other

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Why We Misread Each Other

We all come into new relationships with our own biases and blind spots. These can come from our childhoods, our past relationships, our internal worlds, and some many other areas. We usually have varying degrees of awareness about what these are and where they come from. The cruel irony is that we are often so fearful about recreating patterns and experiencing similar painful dynamics that we inadvertently become even more primed to notice and overinflate these characteristics. This psychological bias in relationships can skew our perceptions and lead us to misread signals.

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Feeling Worse Before Feeling Better?

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Feeling Worse Before Feeling Better?

When it comes to healing from trauma, discomfort can sometimes be part of the process. In EMDR, it often means something meaningful is starting to move.

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Self-Awareness in Relationships

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Self-Awareness in Relationships

Self-awareness in relationships allows us to take ownership of our experience - not just what happened, but how we’re interpreting it.

,

Downside to Faking a Smile

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Downside to Faking a Smile

Most of us have heard of toxic positivity at some point; the pressure to stay upbeat and ignore difficult emotions, even if it's more honest to feel and express them. Of course, we would love to appear and feel positive all the time, but what really are the impacts of always putting on a smile?

,

Self-Care Beyond Bubble Baths

,
Self-Care Beyond Bubble Baths

When we hear the term self-care, we tend to think of a cozy night in: candles, a bath, maybe a favorite show. While this is absolutely a version of self-care, it’s not the entirety of it. Self-care might look different each day, and what feels supportive in one moment may not feel right in the next. Some days you need movement, connection, or fresh air. Other days you need silence, solitude, or just the reminder you’re allowed to pause.

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EMDR for Unclear Trauma

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EMDR for Unclear Trauma

When people think of trauma therapy, they often assume that remembering the traumatic event is a necessary part of healing. But what if you don’t remember? Whether due to childhood amnesia, dissociation, or the brain’s natural defense mechanisms, many people struggle with unclear or missing memories of painful experiences. If this sounds familiar, you may wonder: Can EMDR Therapy still help?

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Let's Dance: Movement Therapy

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Let's Dance: Movement Therapy

Our emotions and experiences aren’t just stored in our minds - they’re somatic, meaning they live in the body. Research increasingly supports movement - especially dance - as a powerful tool for emotional regulation, trauma processing, and overall mental health.

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Can’t Stop Overthinking?

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Can’t Stop Overthinking?

Overthinking can feel like a never-ending loop, keeping you stuck in a spiral of rumination and anxiety. It can be exhausting, overwhelming, and frustrating—especially when you know it’s unhelpful, but you just can’t seem to stop.

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15 Traits of Successful Couples

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15 Traits of Successful Couples

While every couple is unique, the happiest and most connected ones share key habits that keep their love strong. Here are 15 simple but powerful traits that can help you and your partner build a relationship that feels safe, joyful, and deeply fulfilling.

 

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