Broken Walls Crushed Sidewalks LCSW, PC

11/09/2025

Fast food. Instant answers. Viral posts.
We’re trained to crave results — but at what cost?
“The end justifies the means” might win the moment, but it erodes integrity.
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Explore the impact of the 'end justifies the means' mindset on integrity, choices, and relationships in everyday life.

10/21/2025

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10/18/2025

Not long ago, I found myself in a social media conversation that left me unsettled. The debate wasn’t hostile, but it raised questions I couldn’t ignore: What is the difference between arrogance and confidence? How do we share truth in ways that invite rather than impose?...

Not long ago, I found myself in a social media conversation that left me unsettled. The debate wasn’t hostile, but it raised questions I couldn’t ignore: What is the difference between arrogance an…

10/17/2025

10/15/2025

Part of the “Regulation from the Inside Out” Series If you’ve ever apologized for things that didn’t require an apology — “Sorry for asking,” “Sorry I took too long,” “Sorry you felt that way” — you’re not alone. For many of us, saying sorry becomes a way to smooth discomfort, manage others’ emotions, or avoid the fear of rejection. But when apology becomes a reflex, it can shrink the space you’re meant to occupy and quiet the voice God has given you....

Part of the “Regulation from the Inside Out” Series If you’ve ever apologized for things that didn’t require an apology — “Sorry for asking,” “Sorry I took too long,” “Sorry you felt that way” — yo…

10/12/2025

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10/11/2025

Ever catch yourself giving a long explanation to a simple question? Over-explaining often comes from feeling unsafe or fearing judgment. Learn how to reclaim your calm, confidence, and space — without shrinking or over-justifying.

Learn why over-explaining happens, how childhood experiences shape it, and practical strategies to regulate your nervous system. Reclaim calm, confidence, and space from the inside out.

10/08/2025

When we talk about self-regulation, it can sound abstract—like a concept that belongs in a classroom or counseling session. But regulation is most valuable in the everyday moments that often catch us off guard. It’s about choosing to respond rather than react, and it starts from the inside out. Our reactions often tell us more about what’s happening inside us than about the other person....

When we talk about self-regulation, it can sound abstract—like a concept that belongs in a classroom or counseling session. But regulation is most valuable in the everyday moments that often catch …

10/06/2025

Sometimes we feel like if we don’t speak right away, our voice won’t matter. But often, quick reactions in the heat of the moment get brushed aside. Taking a pause and choosing a thoughtful response makes our voice more likely to be truly heard.--Reacting gets dismissed. Responding gets heard. Sometimes the pause makes all the difference.

10/05/2025

Good marital advice from one of the masters: Julie Gottman-
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10/04/2025

IntroductionIn 'Knowing Yourself from the Inside Out', we explored how emotions, thoughts, and body awareness give us clues to who we are and what we value. But self-awareness is only the beginning. The real test comes when we step into challenging conversations—those moments when emotions flare, misunderstandings surface, and relationships feel strained. If we don’t regulate ourselves, we risk reacting in ways that shut down dialogue instead of building connection, often behaving in ways that contradict our own values and self-understanding....

Learn how to regulate yourself from the inside out to handle challenging conversations with calm, clarity, and connection. Discover practical steps—pausing, noticing your body, naming emotions, anchoring in values, and practicing curious listening—to respond instead of react, at home or at work.