Focusing Tip #563 – Focusing to shift social anxiety – Ann’s story
What do you do when you long to just be yourself but you don’t trust that anyone will like you? Dear Readers:I…
Focusing Tip #555 – What can you do when feelings of anxiety are compounded by feelings of hating to feel that way?
“Not wanting to feel the anxiety usually makes it increase in intensity…” Monica writes: Anxiety seems to always be present in my…
Focusing Tip #554 – Does it work best to speak TO the various inner parts of you, or ABOUT them?
“At times I feel confused about how this language works…” Nancy writes: I think one of the most helpful aspects of Inner…
Focusing Tip #551 – “I am wondering if doing too much Focusing will make those parts resistant to change.”
Could trying to do too much Focusing create resistance to change? Bhavani writes: If an issue seems stuck, how often should one…
Focusing Tip #536 – How can you use your felt sense to come up with goals that are congruent with yourself?
“I’d like to know more about how to use Focusing on goal setting and achieving…” Bhavani writes: I’d like to know more…
Focusing Tip #532 – When old memories trigger difficult feelings…
When difficult feelings are triggered bringing up old memories, what do you do with the part of you that doesn’t want to…
Focusing Tip #478 -“What if I feel guilty for feeling good?”
“I feel guilt and shame for everything I accomplish and for feeling good, relaxed, and taking care of myself.” Maria writes: I have…
Focusing Tip #446 – Can You Bargain with Your Parts?
“How about if we spend half an hour a day doing what you want to do…” Dear Ann: The other day while…
Focusing Tip #434 – Should You Ask Your Parts What “Their Truths” Are?
“My companion at one point suggested that these parts all might want to share what the truth is for them…” Susan writes:My…
Focusing Tip #409 – How to Focus with Two Felt Senses
“How do I focus with two felt senses at the same time?” Jeff writes: My new year is getting off to a…
