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Life is a Roller Coaster
Coral Gables Counseling Center - Tuesday, February 13, 2024
In a few days, I will turn 50. Many people have been asking me how it feels to turn the big 5-0; honestly, I’m not …
Holidays, Family and Tradition
Coral Gables Counseling Center - Wednesday, December 20, 2023
The holidays, the end of the calendar year, this all brings on a feeling of reflection. Looking back, taking stock. The rituals of wrapping up …
Redefining Masculinity: Male Emotional Advocacy Takes Center Stage
Coral Gables Counseling Center - Wednesday, June 28, 2023
In a world where societal expectations have traditionally dictated that men must be strong, stoic, and unemotional, there is a growing movement that seeks to …
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Prioritize Your Emotional Health
Coral Gables Counseling Center - Wednesday, April 19, 2023
By Maria Silvia Paoli, Certified Life Coach Emotional health is a crucial aspect of overall well-being. It refers to an individual’s ability to understand and …
On the Blog: Christmas Holidays and Immigrants
Coral Gables Counseling Center - Wednesday, December 14, 2022
By Maria Silvia Paoli, Certified Life Coach I am a Venezuelan who immigrated due to the political and socioeconomic situation. I am also a coach …
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Coach Thought of the Week: Happiness
Coral Gables Counseling Center - Monday, November 14, 2022
Happiness is the “state of just being happy.” But how do we just “be happy” when life is 50/50? 50% good and 50% bad. We’ve …
The Eulogy
Coral Gables Counseling Center - Monday, November 07, 2022
My daughters prepared the funeral mass for my ex-husband who passed away two months ago. As a gift for my 3 kids and my stepdaughter, …
Give Yourself Some Grace
Coral Gables Counseling Center - Wednesday, May 18, 2022
It’s Mental Health Awareness month! And, although it’s nice to have a month dedicated to mental health, I’m happy to see there has been a …
In loving me.
Coral Gables Counseling Center - Wednesday, October 13, 2021
The other day I was really looking at myself in the mirror while I was getting dressed. I was looking at my body and scars …
Notes to Self: Two Books Sounding Off Loudly
Coral Gables Counseling Center - Wednesday, March 24, 2021
By Lucia Fernandez, Director, LMFT and Natalie Ortega, Attorney and Teacher My friend, Natalie Ortega, and I have had many conversations on spirituality. She …
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Mindfulness Aspirations?
Coral Gables Counseling Center - Wednesday, March 17, 2021
Do you aspire to be “mindful” tangibly and practically? Ask yourself these four questions. It will give you a well-grounded approach to your day: 1) …
