by dmackinnon | Aug 25, 2014 | Healing Choices, Limiting Beliefs
Not too long ago, I was talking to a client about boundaries. He wanted to know why the boundary he set with his adult daughter wasn’t working. I’ve discussed boundaries in this blog before, but they are such an important part of a healthy, happy, life that I think...
by dmackinnon | Jun 5, 2013 | Communication, Healing Choices
A boundary is something you do for yourself. It is a way of practicing self-kindness and self-compassion. A boundary is you saying: I’ve thought about this and this is what I need. I’m not telling you what to do, but if you do this (or don’t do that) again, I’m going...
by dmackinnon | May 29, 2013 | Healing Choices, Process
I live on a small street with a cul-de-sac at one end. There are some common areas that all the residents of the street are responsible for, along with our own properties. It is clear to all of us what spaces are our responsibility and what spaces are not. In our...
by dmackinnon | Feb 6, 2013 | Healing Choices, Process
Lately I’ve been hearing a lot about self-esteem and the lack thereof. Here’s my definition of self-esteem. Make good decisions that impact your well-being in a positive way. Someone who has good self-esteem acts in a way that requires people (including themselves) to...
by dmackinnon | Dec 5, 2012 | Communication, Healing Choices
I’ve been thinking a lot about boundaries lately (see last week’s blog post.) While driving the other day, I started thinking about the movie, Moonstruck (stay with me!) If you haven’t seen the movie, put it on your list; it’s a good one. I’m not going to spoil it by...
