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We are “that Parent”

By: Fern Therapy & Wellness July 15, 2018July 15, 2018

Motherhood, parenting, Self-Careembarassment, emotion, Motherhood, parenting, self care, self-compassion, shame, TargetLeave a Comment

The other day I was talking to a mother about her parenting journey and she said something that resonated with me: “In that moment I was saying to myself, ‘Yep, I’m that mom’”. Can you guess what moment we were talking about? I’ll give you some hints: Target, shopping cart, and grapes. The moment she…

Motherhood in the Wilderness

By: Fern Therapy & Wellness June 1, 2018June 2, 2018

Motherhood, parenting, Resources, Self-Care, The Journeyfamily, lost, Motherhood, motherhood in the wilderness workshop, parenting, self care, The JourneyLeave a Comment

Motherhood

Secondary Trauma and #metoo

This article was written for those who are in caring positions: friends, family, mental health providers, pastors, etc., of those who have experienced sexual harassment and assault. If you have experienced sexual assault and are looking for support, I have written an article with resources for you. I hope that you find it helpful. In…

Just Do the Dishes: Self-Awareness

By: Fern Therapy & Wellness May 19, 2018June 2, 2018

Motherhood, self care, Self-Care, The JourneyMotherhood, parenting, self care, self-awareness, self-compassionLeave a Comment

Almost everything will work again if you unplug it for a few minutes, including YOU. – Anne Lamott When I sit with my friends and someone brings up self-care, an audible sigh is heard throughout our group. When? Between working and cleaning, making meals, and parenting? Between the gym, coffee, and the friends we rarely…

My Mommy Moment

By: Fern Therapy & Wellness May 19, 2018June 2, 2018

Emotions, Failure, Motherhood, parenting, self care, The Journeyfamily, mommy moment, parenting, self care, self-awareness, struggle, The JourneyLeave a Comment

Today began a lot earlier than I thought it would. My toddler woke up to the sounds of my teacher husband getting ready for work. Teachers start their day pretty early. I should have walked straight to the french press, but got caught up in toddler breakfast, then the next thing and the next thing…

Supplemental Material: “The Subtle Art of Not Giving a F*uck”

By: Fern Therapy & Wellness May 19, 2018June 25, 2018

Self-Care, Supplemental Material, The Journeyboundaries, easy read, mark manson, relationships, self care, self-help, Supplemental Material, taking care of yourself, the subtle art of not giving a fuckLeave a Comment

Oftentimes therapy can be more effective when clients are intentional with reading supplemental material outside of the therapy session. In my clinical work, I often suggest books, movies, video clips, and music to my clients that support their personal work, challenges them to think differently, and help them feel known and not alone. The resources…

Supplemental Material: “Daring Greatly”

By: Fern Therapy & Wellness May 9, 2018May 20, 2018

Emotions, Self-Care, Supplemental Material, The Journeyauthenticity, Brene Brown, Daring Way, Emotions, resilience, self care, shame, Supplemental Material, vulnerabilityLeave a Comment