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Healing Your Inner Child: A Path to Self-Esteem and Overcoming Past Trauma
Inner-child work is a transformative therapy practice that helps individuals reconnect with their younger selves to heal past wounds and...
Micah Shapiro
Mar 203 min read
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It's Lonely In the Nursery
New Fatherhood: A Life Transition Few Talk About Becoming a father is often described as one of the most joyous moments in a man’s life....
Micah Shapiro
Mar 113 min read
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How We Feel About Ourselves Affects Our Emotional Well-Being
It’s easy to overlook just how much self-esteem affects our daily lives because we're not always aware of it.  But it's there, hovering...
Micah Shapiro
Feb 214 min read
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EMDR Therapy for New Dads
Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, or EMDR for short, is shown to be an effective treatment for anxiety and distress. New...
Micah Shapiro
Feb 103 min read
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Actually, You Would Be a Good Dad
Gentlemen, have you ever wondered if you're cut out to be a father? Chances are you have. And I'll go out on a limb and say, if you...
Micah Shapiro
Jan 213 min read
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"Should" is a Bad Word: How Motivation Actually Works
"I should lose weight." "I should stop drinking." "I should redo my finances." We're about one week into the new year. Statistically,...
Micah Shapiro
Jan 104 min read
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It's the Most (?) Wonderful Time of the Year
The holiday season is supposed to be about joy, family , and festivity. It's supposed to feel magical and warm. Right? Why, then, do so...
Micah Shapiro
Dec 20, 20243 min read
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Podcast interview
Check out my recent interview on the Courage Speaks podcast. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/courage-speaks/id1706535957
Micah Shapiro
Dec 16, 20241 min read
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All About Attachment
As human beings, we're hard-wired to seek connection with others. We've survived as a species because community formation increases our...
Micah Shapiro
Dec 10, 20243 min read
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This is why you’re always angry
In short, you’re angry because you don’t talk about why you’re angry. What is Anger? It’s hard to define but you know when you feel it. ...
Micah Shapiro
Nov 21, 20243 min read
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'Tis the Season for Depression, la la la la la la la la la
It’s getting colder, it’s getting darker. The pumpkin spice lattes are disappearing from Starbucks menus, Christmas decorations are...
Micah Shapiro
Nov 11, 20243 min read
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How Depression Holds You Back
Major Depressive Disorder (MDD) is more than just feeling sad; it’s an overwhelming mental health condition that can significantly limit...
Micah Shapiro
Oct 20, 20243 min read
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EMDR in a Nutshell
Understanding EMDR Therapy: How It Works and Its Benefits Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy has gained...
Micah Shapiro
Oct 9, 20243 min read
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Why Being Kind to Yourself Matters and How Online Self-Esteem Therapy Can Help
Ever caught yourself replaying that one awkward moment from years ago, wishing you could sink into the floor all over again? Trust me, we've
Micah Shapiro
Aug 27, 20245 min read
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Building Self-Esteem in Des Plaines, IL: Local Resources and Tips
Building self-esteem isn't just about looking in the mirror and saying, "You got this!" It's about taking steps that align with your...
Micah Shapiro
Jun 13, 20245 min read
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Overcoming Low Self-Esteem in Des Plaines: Strategies and Support
Low self-esteem can feel like you’re dragging around a heavy weight all day. It affects how you see yourself, how you interact with...
Micah Shapiro
May 16, 20245 min read
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Top 10 Self-Esteem Building Activities in Des Plaines, IL
Building self-esteem doesn’t have to be a solo mission or something you dread. Sometimes, it’s about getting out there, doing fun things,...
Micah Shapiro
Apr 11, 20245 min read
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How Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) Can Help You Accept Your Resting Jerk Face
We all know that look. The one that makes people think you're plotting world domination when you're actually just pondering what to have...
Micah Shapiro
Mar 21, 20245 min read
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The Benefits of EMDR Therapy for Resting Jerk Face and Self-Confidence
EMDR therapy might sound like something out of a sci-fi movie, but it’s a powerful tool for tackling deep-seated emotional issues,...
Micah Shapiro
Mar 14, 20245 min read
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How Therapy Can Help You Embrace Your Resting Jerk Face
So, you've got a Resting Jerk Face (RJF). It’s that look that makes people think you’re mad at the world when really, you're just...
Micah Shapiro
Mar 8, 20245 min read
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