Christina’s Blog
Read Christina’s blog to learn more about self-care, relationships, mental health, sex therapy, and more.
Christina’s Blog
Read Christina’s blog to learn more about self-care, relationships, mental health, sex therapy, and more.
How to support a loved one who has experienced sexual assault
When someone has disclosed their sexual assault to you they are in great pain. They are taking great risk. The person is afraid you will reject, blame, or shame them or not be supportive. Most people want more than anything to forget what happened and move on, but...
The Difference Between Empathy and Sympathy
Empathy and sympathy are two words that are often used interchangeably, but they actually have different meanings. Empathy is the ability to understand and share the feelings of another person. It is putting yourself in someone else's shoes and feeling what they are...
How to Keep Your Relationship a Priority When Life Gets Busy
"A dry well teaches us the worth of water." It's easy to get caught up in the day-to-day hustle and bustle of life and forget about your relationship. But if you want to keep your relationship strong, it's important to make it a priority. Here are a few tips for...
Smart Goal Setting for Success
How to Set SMART Goals Goal setting is an important part of achieving success. When you set goals, you give yourself something to work towards. This can help you stay motivated and focused. SMART goals are specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time-bound....
Why Don’t I Want to Be Intimate?
If you're a woman who has ever asked yourself this question, you're not alone. Many women experience problems with arousal and desire, and it can be a frustrating and isolating experience. There are many possible reasons why a woman might not want to be intimate. Some...
6 Principles of Sexual Health
Sexual health is more than just the absence of disease. It is a state of physical, emotional, and social well-being in relation to sexuality. It is important for everyone to have good sexual health, regardless of their age, sexual orientation, or gender identity....
Staying Focused on Your Goals Despite Negativity
When you are trying to achieve something big, it is inevitable that you will face some negativity. People may doubt your abilities, tell you that you can't do it, or try to discourage you. It is important to remember that you cannot control what other people say or...
How to Start Meditating
Buddha was asked, “What have you gained from meditation?” He replied, “Nothing! However, let me tell you what I have lost: anger, anxiety, depression, insecurity, fear of old age and death.” My Journey with Meditation I have been meditating for over 15 years, and it...
Positivity Journal: Develop Your Vision
“In order to carry a positive action we must develop here a positive vision.” – Dalai Lama The Power of a Positivity Journal I use a positivity journal as a self-care tool to help me stay focused on my goals, dreams, and gratitude. I also like to write about things I...
Self-Care (and stress management)
The Importance of Self-Care Self-care is the practice of taking actions to preserve or improve one's own health and well-being. It can include a variety of activities, such as exercise, eating a healthy diet, getting enough sleep, and spending time with loved ones....