by Benita Silver | Oct 28, 2021 | Healing, Self-Actualization
I’m noticing a shift. It’s getting colder and the days are shorter as darkness descends. I watch the yellow leaves. Gusts of wind lifting them off branches, they dance and flutter to the ground. It feels like Autumn and it’s almost upon us, also...
by Benita Silver | Oct 21, 2021 | Acceptance, Relationships, Self-Actualization
One day, I had three clients, all of whom began dating. They each spoke of finding themselves entranced within the realm of fantasy regarding potential partners. They loved the excitement, hope, dreams, even sexual stimulation. And why not? With fantasy, there’s...
by Benita Silver | Oct 13, 2021 | Internal Family Systems, Parts Therapy, Therapy
Do you find yourself torn by contradictory feelings which immobilize you with indecisiveness? Maybe you work hard and pride yourself on bringing home a nice paycheck, yet hate your job. Your internal dialogue may sound something like, “Well I gotta work and I earn a...
by Benita Silver | Oct 8, 2021 | Acceptance, Self-doubt
I grew up with a father who prided himself on always getting a bargain. He’d purchase his clothing at Kmart, and always on sale. When the family went apple picking, he’d hide apples in the glove box and every nook and cranny in our Volkswagon Squareback....
by Benita Silver | Sep 10, 2021 | Anxiety
On September 13th, I’ll be interviewed on Close Up Radio with Doug Llewelyn. Here’s a bit about what we have planned for the show: Anxiety ranked as the #1 global mental health concern in 2017 and the numbers are skyrocketing with all the unknowns...
