What Do a Scrawny Kid, Spiders and Psychology Have in Common?
A few years back, using the principles of a psychology treatment called "exposure,” I challenged myself to face my phobia head on. ...more
Tips ,Self Care &trauma
October 31, 2024•3 min read
The Utility of Getting Scared, But Not Too Scared
Don’t let fear stop you from doing cool things AND give yourself some grace when you’ve pushed a little too far. ...more
Stress ,Tips Anxiety &Inspiration
September 30, 2024•3 min read
Midyear Habit Check-In
Remember way back in the way back time machine (in January) when you were all excited and motivated and raring to get 2024 set up the best way possible? ...more
Focus ,Happiness &Self Care
July 26, 2024•2 min read
The Cheese Guy versus the Vitamin Lady: Tales of Customer Service Wins and Woes
Last week, I had two strikingly different customer service experiences. ...more
Stress ,Flexibility &Wisdom
June 28, 2024•2 min read
Identity Check: Who Are You These Days?
Who are you, anyway? Are you a version of yourself that is friendly, open, playful, curious and taking advantage of little moments? Or are you a less enjoyable version of yourself? ...more
Wisdom ,Learning
May 31, 2024•2 min read
Uh Oh, Was Your Temple Cooler Than My Shrine?
Recently, I had the wonderful opportunity to go on a trip to Japan. ...more
Acceptance ,Gratitude &Inspiration
April 09, 2024•2 min read
Lessons From a Plane Crash
In the way, way back time machine right about 30 years ago, I came home from a run and had an epiphany. ...more
Acceptance ,Gratitude &Inspiration
March 04, 2024•3 min read
Exploring Shared Lessons in Skiing and Aikido
One way to facilitate setting ourselves up for a positive life is to be deliberate about creating that life. ...more
Acceptance ,Flexibility &Learning
February 05, 2024•2 min read
Happy New Year!
Dr. Carrie shares her 2024 Habits Workbook ...more
Gratitude ,Self Improvement &Self Care
January 05, 2024•0 min read
Fowl Play: Dr. Carrie versus Vicious Rabbits in a Thanksgiving Tussle
In the history of weird Amazon orders, my most recent one really takes the cake. I just ordered and received a trio of predator urines. Seriously. ...more
Acceptance ,Stress Flexibility Tips Anxiety &trauma
November 30, 2023•3 min read
Steve Update: Letting Yourself Bliss Out
Steve really lets himself go. He loves without abandon. He enjoys life thoroughly. He relaxes completely. ...more
Happiness ,Self Care &Happy
September 29, 2023•3 min read
Unexpected Safari
When a last minute, totally unexpected offer to go on safari came up last month, I said, “heck yes!” ...more
Gratitude ,Inspiration
August 31, 2023•2 min read