by Lorraine Segal | Feb 20, 2023
Love yourself and don’t be a jerk is good advice for any conflict. Why? While I want my clients to see their contribution, to own their part in any problematic situation, self-blame doesn’t help you do this in any effective way. It actually makes you more likely to be...
by Lorraine Segal | Jul 15, 2020
Being open to difficult feedback, even about racism, can help you grow. Receiving feedback without feeling defensive or triggered is a challenge. I work with my students and clients to increase their resiliency and ability to get the best from feedback of supervisors...
by Lorraine Segal | Nov 11, 2016
In the face of tragedy and loss. When experiencing tragedy, shock, loss, and fear, words of reassurance and love are definitely important. But sometimes in the face of powerlessness and deep grief, touch offers the most comfort. I read an article recently in the...
by LorraineSegal | Apr 5, 2015
Most of the shadows of this life are caused by our standing in our own sunshine.–Ralph Waldo Emerson We have a choice Perhaps my biggest learning on my own journey to healing and recovery is that I have a choice at any moment, to continue to stand in a...
by LorraineSegal | Sep 12, 2010
Finding compassion for another person we are in conflict with, understanding their issues, perspective, and struggles are valuable tools in resolving issues. But, offering ourselves emergency self compassion can be equally important in dealing successfully with...
