by Diana | Sep 8, 2017 | Good Mental Health
Boundary-setting 101 Earlier this year I said “yes” to a request, then re-evaluated and said “no” to the same request, then watched helplessly as the fallout included an ugly social media tirade and damage to no less than 5 relationships. What...
by Diana | Aug 17, 2017 | Good Mental Health
I came down with a cold a week ago Tuesday. It started off as a wicked headache that lasted for days. Then it morphed into a sore throat and a lot of fatigue. But by the weekend, I was feeling better and on Monday, although I was still tired, I was pretty much back to...
by Diana | Aug 7, 2017 | Good Mental Health
What scares you? What is the thing that you want to do, but are too afraid to do? What scares you about doing it? Is it a fear of failure or a fear of success? Or is it a fear of looking foolish in front of other people? Is it a fear of what they may say? (And...
by Diana | Jul 10, 2017 | Good Mental Health
My calico kitty is in the hospital tonight. For the second time in 16 years (the first and only was during her spay when she was a kitten) she is spending the night away from home. Tonight, she won’t be curled on my lap while we watch TV, or snuggled into my shoulder,...
by Diana | Jun 27, 2017 | Good Mental Health
Accomplish more by doing less Fight, flight or freeze is real, even if the “threat” is our to-do list. I knew I was in trouble when I started on hour three of Dawson’s Creek reruns with no intention of getting off the couch. My email was chiming,...
by Diana | Jun 14, 2017 | Good Mental Health
Our past relationships 2017 has proven a difficult year so far. The November presidential election has had the global political climate in a tail spin. At home, I have a tween who became a teen and seemingly grew up overnight. On a personal level, I’ve had to...
Hi, I'm Diana Brummer a psychotherapist, writer, and coach in St. Johns, Florida. I love helping people thrive in their relationships and their lives. My hope is that you find the information in these articles educational and useful. Thank you for stopping by! 
