Penny HeipleResistance as a Protective Mechanism — Part 1When we were young, many of us learned that certain emotions are bad or wrong to feel or express. For instance, if we expressed naturally…Apr 6, 2018Apr 6, 2018
Penny HeipleThe ‘Please’ Response to Threat: A Social Engagement System Survival StrategySometimes I have a hard time dealing with anger. This is true both when it arises in myself and when it arises in others. Things are…Mar 17, 2018Mar 17, 2018
Penny HeipleThe Insufferably Cheerful ServerA few weeks ago, I was at one of those restaurants where you order at the register and they buzz you when your meal is ready. The guy at…Dec 14, 2017Dec 14, 2017
Penny HeipleThe Self-Help Trap: The Illusion of ChoiceI’m guessing many of you have been around the block in the self-help world. We self-help junkies can be easily identified. We are the…Nov 24, 2017Nov 24, 2017
Penny HeipleExtra CrazyA few weeks ago, I completely lost it. As one of my favorite integral psychologists (Dr. Keith Witt) would say: I went “extra crazy.” I…Nov 15, 2017Nov 15, 2017
Penny HeipleHealing the BrokennessTuesday of last week was one of my favorite days of the year: Global Oneness Day. Every year, October 24th is a day dedicated to…Nov 3, 2017Nov 3, 2017
Penny HeipleDown the Rabbit HoleLately, I’ve taken a tumble down the rabbit hole of trauma and trauma therapy. To say I’ve been humbled is a bit of an understatement. It…Oct 16, 2017Oct 16, 2017
Penny HeipleEntering the UnknownMany of us (maybe even most) are quite terrified of the unknown. Perhaps this fear has to do with a feeling of being out of control. After…Sep 4, 2017Sep 4, 2017
Penny HeipleHealing Through ConditionsWhen I am working with clients, they often have particular conditions or issues they are facing which they would like resolved. I know that…Aug 23, 2017Aug 23, 2017
Penny HeipleThe Change We Don’t WantWhen it comes to healing, it doesn’t seem obvious that we resist change. After all, we are usually suffering with some sort of condition…Aug 4, 2017Aug 4, 2017