Ascendance Therapy

03/17/2026

Do you chalk things up to "luck" - or own your successes? Acknowledging your agency and the efforts you put in to achieve your wins in life can boost confidence and motivation.

Luck often plays a big role in how people explain their successes or struggles. When we say someone was "just lucky" or blame bad outcomes on "bad luck," we might be overlooking how much control we actually have over our lives. Attributing events to luck affects our sense of agency—the feeling tha...

03/05/2026

Learn the 5 signs of an unstable self-image and what to do next.

https://www.ascendancetherapy.com/post/recognizing-the-5-key-signs-of-an-unstable-self-image

03/02/2026

Feeling stuck? Your Ego may be blocking you from the insight and direction that you are needing.
https://www.ascendancetherapy.com/post/feeling-stuck-the-impact-ego-has-on-life-and-relationships

02/27/2026

Being an "open book" isn't the same as saying everything there is to know about you. It's a subconscious defense mechanism that keeps us and others from discovering our hidden self.
✨ Read this new blog — https://www.ascendancetherapy.com/post/the-paradox-of-being-an-open-book

Being an open book is not about revealing everything superficially. It is about balancing transparency with self-awareness.

02/25/2026

Why do we feel impressed by others — and what does it say about us? 🌟 Dive into some insights on admiration and how to use those feelings to increase self-awareness and achieve personal growth. Read the full post here: https://www.ascendancetherapy.com/post/impressed-what-that-could-be-revealing-about-you

Feeling impressed by others is a common experience. When someone’s skills, personality, or achievements catch our attention, it often sparks admiration or awe. But what does this feeling really mean for us? Exploring why we feel impressed by others can reveal a lot about our own values, desires, a...

02/20/2026

Pets do more than keep us company — they help meet deep attachment needs, offer comfort, and boost our well‑being. Read this latest post to learn how those bonds form and why they matter.

Pets often become more than just animals living in our homes. They fill emotional spaces that many people find hard to satisfy elsewhere. This bond goes beyond simple companionship. It taps into deep human needs for connection, security, and comfort. Understanding how pets meet our attachment needs....

02/18/2026

Do you find yourself explaining feelings instead of feeling them? The Ups & Downs of Intellectualizing explores how over-relying on logic can both protect and disconnect us — and how to find balance.

Intellectualizing is a common way people handle emotions and complex situations by focusing on logic and reasoning. It can feel like a mental rollercoaster, with moments of clarity and control followed by times of confusion or emotional disconnect. Understanding the ups and downs of intellectualizin...

02/16/2026

https://www.ascendancetherapy.com/post/silent-relationship-agreements-and-their-impact-on-connection

Many relationships operate under silent agreements—unspoken understandings that shape the dynamics of the relationship without explicit discussion. These silent relationship agreements influence how we behave, what we expect, and how we resolve conflicts. It is helpful to understand these hidden c...

02/13/2026

https://www.ascendancetherapy.com/post/seeking-love-vs-seeking-validation-understanding-your-true-motivations

Are you looking for love or validation of your worth? This question can be surprisingly difficult to answer. Many people confuse the two and end up chasing relationships to fill a need for approval rather than genuine connection. Understanding the difference between seeking love and seeking validati...

02/11/2026

https://www.ascendancetherapy.com/post/why-friendships-matter

When people think about close relationships, romantic partnerships often take center stage. Society tends to emphasize the importance of finding a significant other, sometimes overshadowing the value of friendships. Yet, friendships play an equally vital role in our emotional well-being and life sat...

02/06/2026

https://www.ascendancetherapy.com/post/embracing-your-partner-s-otherness-a-guide-to-relationship-growth

Feeling uneasy about your partner’s differences is more common than you might think. When someone you care about has values, habits, or ways of thinking that feel unfamiliar or even uncomfortable, it can create tension. Yet, these differences also hold the potential to deepen your connection and h...

02/05/2026