The 2021 Wrap-Up Blog

I appreciate having the opportunity to reflect on my year, find the hidden lesson that the universe attempted to teach me once, twice, sometimes as many as a dozen times (depending on how dense or astute a student I was). And, in identifying my lesson, I attempt to impart some wisdom and hope onto you,…

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How to Deal with Grief

Q Dear Dr. Darcy, What is “emotional procrastination?” A When you have a loss in your life, whether it’s a break-up, getting fired from a job, or the loss of a loved one, to properly process it, you have to mourn it. But, most people try to skip this step because it hurts. It’s super…

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My Partner Wants Me To Do This On Christmas

Hi Dr. Darcy. The holidays are always a little tricky with my husband and me. My parents were happily married when I was a child, and part of our holiday tradition was to visit various family members over Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. It was always fun being with family and celebrating. My husband’s parents…

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How To Thrive (Not Just Survive) The Holidays

Here’s a question I’ve been hearing a lot this year… Dr. Darcy, I feel like the worst person because I’m dreading the holidays this year. As much as I miss my family and friends back home, I appreciated the break from all the stress. I never realized how much money and time and energy goes…

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