Doorish Counseling

09/03/2026

If you beat yourself up whenever you fail or fall short, this naturally inhibits you from trying new things and taking chances. But when you’re self-compassionate, you know that even if you fail, you’ll still like yourself.

In this way, self-compassion gives you the ability to experiment, explore, and be courageous. Show yourself the same kindness you would show to a best friend.

08/18/2026

In order to truly benefit from emotional agility, we need to both show up to our emotions and be willing to respond to them. In other words, to first go TO and then go THROUGH.

Too often, we undermine conversations by getting caught up in the first stage. We succeed in going to our emotions, but then get stuck on who is right, who is wrong, or how we feel. These questions can help you not only experience your emotions, but also learn from them, so you can move forward in your life with greater wisdom and clarity.

08/06/2026

07/27/2026

Research shows that practicing loving-kindness meditation increases our self-compassion levels.

Loving-kindness refers to goodwill towards ourselves and others. When we increase goodwill toward ourself and we remain benevolent even when we make mistakes or fail at something, that goodwill manifests as self-compassion.

Listen to the guided Loving-Kindness Meditation: https://vist.ly/5cgbf

02/19/2026

NPR listeners share how they've made relationships with their neighbors and community. Many of them, through parties, potlucks and coffees, say they've made the first move.

01/21/2026

Self-compassion is key to a happy and fulfilling life. Here are five practical ways to be kind to yourself:

Ask yourself what you need: Acknowledge that your needs are valid.

Validate your pain: Recognize and accept your emotional experience.

Remember you aren’t alone: We all struggle; you’re not isolated in your challenges.

Honor your humanity: Being human means being imperfect.

Treat yourself like you would treat a friend: Be supportive and helpful toward yourself.

Which of these practices resonates with you today? Share your thoughts below!

01/21/2026