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04/12/2026

Is your teen athlete showing signs of burnout? Spring seasons ramp up the pressure — and so does anxiety, frustration, and a loss of joy. Our new blog explains practical ways parents can help young athletes trade pressure for play: listen first, normalize setbacks, and rebuild motivation. Read more: https://wix.to/ge08h7f

As spring sports seasons kick into high gear, the pressure on teen athletes (and the parents supporting them) can reach a breaking point. Whether it’s the anxiety of a high-stakes track meet or the frustration of a slump on the baseball diamond, we often respond to these challenges by tightening o...

03/21/2026

Why do so many of us cheer for the underdog during March Madness?

It’s not just about the game — it’s about hope, fairness, and emotional thrill.

Read more: https://wix.to/S0dMg9r

March Madness captivates millions every year, including 5 in my family! But many of us cheer not for the top seeds, but for the underdogs. Guess what? It's not coincidental, it's psychological. According to James Houle, PhD, a psychologist at Ohio State Wexner Medical Center, people root for lower-s...

03/21/2026

Good Inside — a compassionate, practical guide to parenting in the modern world.

Dr. Becky Kennedy reframes discipline, emotional coaching, and connection so you can raise resilient, secure kids without losing your sanity.

Read the full review and actionable tips. https://wix.to/KHUVI6T

Many parents struggle with balancing discipline, empathy, and understanding their children's emotional needs. The book Good Inside by Dr. Becky Kennedy can transform how parents view their children and themselves.

03/11/2026

The Feelings Wheel is one of the simplest — and most powerful — tools we have.

Most people stop at:
“I’m stressed.”
“I’m fine.” or "Things are good"
“I’m overwhelmed.”

But those aren’t core emotions. They’re summaries.

When you slow down and get specific, everything shifts:
- Stressed → Anxious? Pressured? Insecure?
- Angry → Hurt? Disrespected? Powerless?
- Overwhelmed → Afraid? Inadequate? Unsupported?

The more precisely you can name what you’re feeling, the more effectively you can respond instead of react.

High performers often try to outwork their emotions.
Leaders often try to override them.

Treat emotional clarity like a performance skill.

Save this. Use it this week.

Ask yourself: What am I actually feeling right now? and then... ALLOW yourself to feel the feeling before you move on with your day.

03/09/2026

Reflecting in writing helps you figure out who you really are versus who you feel pressure to be.

03/08/2026

Go back to bed!

The National Sleep Foundation (NSF) announced Sleep Awareness Week® 2026 is from March 8-14

Sleep is the ultimate recovery tool — and often the first thing sacrificed.

When you sleep, your brain is:

Rebuilding muscles
Strengthening focus + decision-making
Processing learning + emotion
Protecting long-term mental health

This week’s challenge:

Prioritize one sleep-supportive habit:
• Set a consistent bedtime
• Limit screens 60 minutes before sleep
• Build a calming nighttime routine
• Give yourself permission to rest

Sleep isn’t a reward.
It’s part of the work. 💛

03/07/2026

03/06/2026

Your mind needs reps too.

Just like in the gym, building mental resilience takes consistent practice—especially when it’s uncomfortable.

Start small:
→ Notice a negative thought.
→ Don’t fight it—just name it.
→ Then challenge it with something more balanced.

It’s not about perfection. It’s about mental fitness.

03/03/2026

Coaches aren’t just looking at your stats—they’re watching how you show up.

Your energy, your communication, your resilience, and your respect for others all tell them who you really are on and off the field.

03/02/2026

Journaling gives your feelings a voice—you can see them instead of just feeling them.

02/25/2026

So many high performers—athletes, business owners, professionals—are silently carrying emotional weight that doesn’t show up on the surface.

They might look like they’re doing fine.

But behind the scenes, they’re grieving, overwhelmed, anxious, or exhausted from holding it all together.

These posts are just a glimpse into the conversations I hear every week.
This is what they wish people knew.

If this resonates, you’re not alone—and you don’t have to keep pretending you’re fine.

I’m currently accepting new virtual clients across Kansas—let’s talk when you’re ready.

***This content is for educational purposes and not a substitute for therapy.