I review atlas of the heart by Brené Brown. Atlas of the Heart provides descriptions and explanations of 87 emotions, along with the situations where you’re likely to encounter them. With a deeper understanding of emotions, you’ll be able to talk about them more openly and accurately, and thus form deeper connections with the people around you.

This guide provides actionable advice for handling negative emotions and embracing positive ones. It will also provide some biological and psychological background for why we have certain feelings and why those feelings are so powerful. Need a therapist? Check us out at https://strideforwardcounseling.com

Do you struggle in relationships? Have you ever looked at your own attachment style? Are you secure, anxious, avoidant, or a mix. I reviewed the book attached and elaborate on both the avoidant attachment style and the anxious attachment style, and what strategies you can use to help create the relationships you truly crave. Need a therapist? Check us out at https://strideforwardcounseling.com

I reviewed the book “Attached”

Are you Anxious, Avoidant or Secure? How the science of adult attachment

can help you find - and keep - love. By DR. AMIR LEVINE & RACHEL S.F. HELLER, M.A. Need a therapist? Check us out at https://strideforwardcounseling.com

I review the Law of Attraction - 30 Practical Exercises Book by Louise Stapely. From the Author “This book provides you with the practical know-how to manifest whatever it is you choose in your life, whether that is financial freedom, better relationships, your dream home, better health, loving friendships, a successful business or a healthy, happy family. The power is in your hands.” Need a therapist? Check us out at https://strideforwardcounseling.com

I review the book “How to Stop Overthinking in

Relationships” Stop Worrying and Overcome Negative

Thoughts in Your Marriage or

Relationship. Easy Self-Help Strategies to Eliminate Fear, Insecurities and Anxiety.

By Hackney Jones. Need a therapist? Find us at https://strideforwardcounseling.com

Move over Atomic Habits and check out elastic habits! In this book, you’ll find a comprehensive framework of elasticity for habit building. Elastic materials are stronger than rigid, brittle materials because they can adapt to pressure. The same is true for habits. Any dread or sense of monotony you’ve felt about forming habits will disappear, because this system is dynamic and exciting.

Your elastic habits can survive threats and thrive in favorable circumstances. There’s no downside because they’re simply a smarter version of the habits we typically try to form. Need a therapist? Find us at https://strideforwardcounseling.com

I reviewed the book Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to Yourself by Dr. Kristin Neff. Therapist and psychologists are turning away from an emphasis on self-esteem and moving toward self-compassion in the treatment of their patients—and Dr. Neff’s extraordinary book offers exercises and action plans for dealing with every emotionally debilitating struggle, be it parenting, weight loss, or any of the numerous trials of everyday living. Need a therapist check us out at https://strideforwardcounseling.com

I review the book by Allison Lefkowitz. As a highly sensitive person (HSP), getting to know yourself can help you feel and function your best in a world that isn’t often responsive to your needs. You’ll find practical methods for approaching everyday life, social situations, relationships, and the workplace with confidence and calm. Constructive strategies and up-to-date information will help you identify your strengths, work through your challenges, and help your positive side shine. At Stride Forward Counseling we love working with Highly Sensitive People, find us at https://strideforwardcounseling.com

Joshua reviews the book Nonviolent Communication: A Language of Life: Life-Changing Tools for Healthy Relationships by Marshall Rosenberg, Ph.D. Nonviolent Communication (NVC) is a way of interacting with ourselves and others that’s rooted in empathy and compassion. The ultimate goal of NVC is to foster authentic connections between people regardless of their differences. Check out more on Joshua at https://strideforwardcounseling.com/staff/joshua-bombino/

I talk about some of the main points in the book “Emotional Blackmail” by Susan Forward PHD. Emotional blackmail describes a style of manipulation where someone uses your feelings as a way to control your behavior or persuade you to see things their way. Need a therapist? Find us at https://strideforwardcounseling.com