Is Self-Judgment Keeping You Stuck?

By Dr. Margaret Paul September 6, 2021

Why do you judge yourself? Self-judgment is a major form of self-abandonment that may be keeping you stuck, anxious and depressed.

Marianne was stuck. Even though she was trying so hard to change some things in her behavior – especially her anger and her clutter, . . . → Read More: Is Self-Judgment Keeping You Stuck?

Resistance: Wanting Freedom but Staying Stuck

By Dr. Margaret Paul August 30, 2021

Are you resistant to loving yourself? Are you winning the battle but losing the war – and losing yourself?

When Cecily was seven years old and her mother was beating her, she made a deep and profound decision: “I will not let her win. I . . . → Read More: Resistance: Wanting Freedom but Staying Stuck

Are You Emotionally Present or Emotionally Disconnected?

By Dr. Margaret Paul August 23, 2021

Do you move toward your feelings so you can learn from them, or do you move away from them with your various addictions?

 

Our society does not foster emotional presence and mindfulness. In fact, we offer a myriad of addictions to avoid feeling our . . . → Read More: Are You Emotionally Present or Emotionally Disconnected?

When to Share Information....and When to Stay Quiet

By Dr. Margaret Paul August 16, 2021

Has sharing information that has been very beneficial for you sometimes been a frustrating experience?

Have you had the experience of learning something that feels very important to you, and you really want to share it with a loved one? What often happens?

This is . . . → Read More: When to Share Information….and When to Stay Quiet

Why So Much Violence?

By Dr. Margaret Paul August 9, 2021

Mass murders, violent teens, school violence – why?

The violence in our society has sparked many discussions regarding the cause of such horrifying behavior. Why is this happening?

In my experience, it is not possible for us as human beings to be violent when we are . . . → Read More: Why So Much Violence?

Getting Unstuck From Resisting Love

By Dr. Margaret Paul August 2, 2021

Do you get stuck in resistance, not wanting to open or to love out of fear of being controlled?

How often do you get stuck in anger, anxiety, withdrawal, or depression? You know you can open, pray, and invite love into your heart, and do . . . → Read More: Getting Unstuck From Resisting Love