Visionary Family Counseling

07/25/2025

🎠🌀 July 25th is National Merry-Go-Round Day AND National Get Gnarly Day — and honestly, what a combo!

Life can feel like a merry-go-round sometimes… spinning in circles, full of ups and downs, familiar patterns, and maybe even a bit dizzying. But there’s a kind of beauty in that rhythm — the joy, the nostalgia, the momentum.

But here’s where it gets gnarly — because staying in the same loop forever doesn't sound like living. Sometimes you’ve gotta jump off the ride, shake things up, take bold chances, and challenge yourself to grow in unexpected ways. Getting gnarly means embracing the messy, wild, thrilling parts of life. The parts where change happens. ✨

So today, take a spin and a leap. Honor your cycles and disrupt them. Reflect and rebel. Because a merry-go-round might be fun, but the real ride is when you dare to step off and dance to your own rhythm. 🤘

Here are some ideas to get you started...
✨ Try something that scares you.
✨ Say yes to that weird idea.
✨ Wear the bold outfit.
✨ Make the call. Have the convo. Take the risk.

Set your intention today—what cycle are you ready to jump off, and what bold new wave are you ready to catch? Share yours below! 🌊🎠👇

07/24/2025

🌿 Happy International Self-Care Day! 🧖‍♀️🛁✨

This is your official reminder to pause, breathe, and do something just for YOU today. Whether it’s a solo dance party, a midday nap, a face mask, a walk outside, or saying “no” without guilt—self-care isn’t selfish, it’s essential 💖

Drop a comment and tell me: What’s one thing you're doing today to take care of you? 👇

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07/23/2025

🍋 When Life Gives You Lemons… Celebrate Them! 🍋

Today is National Lemon Day, and let’s be honest — lemons don’t get nearly enough credit. Sure, they’re tart and tangy, but isn’t that exactly how life is sometimes?

🔸 Zest – That unexpected burst of energy, passion, and boldness you bring to the world.
🔸 Tanginess – The challenges and surprises that make life interesting.
🔸 Brightness – Your inner light that shines through, even when things get sour.
🔸 Sweetness – The joy you find in the little things, especially when you add just the right amount of love.
🔸 Deliciousness – The full flavor of your life, when you embrace all of it—sweet, sour, messy, and beautiful.

So whether you’re sipping lemonade, baking a pie, or adding a little twist to your cocktail, take a moment to appreciate the lemony goodness in your life. You’re more refreshing than you know. 💛

07/22/2025

🌿 Happy National Hammock Day! 💤🪢

Let’s be real: hammocks look relaxing… until you try to get in one. Then it’s part Cirque du Soleil, part trust fall, part “whoops, there goes my dignity.” 🙃

Be honest—how many of y’all have flipped out trying to climb into a hammock? Or flipped when someone else tried to share it? Yeah, same. 😅

But once you finally get in, and the swaying starts… it’s bliss. You let go, you're held by nothing but a net, gently rocking in rhythm with the breeze. Sounds familiar?

💡That, my friends, is a relationship metaphor if I’ve ever seen one.

At first, it’s wobbly. One wrong move and BAM—flat on your face (emotionally or literally). Add another person? Now it’s a two-person balancing act—trying to find that sweet spot where you both can lean in, breathe deep, and sway together.

But ohhh, when it works? 🥰 When you both find your groove? Pure joy. Peace. Connection. Until life shifts again, and someone has to figure out how to gracefully get out without dumping the other on the ground. Spoiler alert: it’s rarely graceful. But it’s always worth trying again.

Relationships—like hammocks—are about balance, support, adjusting, and occasionally falling out and laughing your way back in.

So here’s to the ones who keep showing up, learning how to sway in sync, and choosing peace over perfection.

Just like getting into a hammock, relationships take balance, patience, and sometimes a few stumbles. But when we finally settle in—supported, swaying, and in sync—there’s nothing quite like the pe…

07/21/2025

📅 July 21 is National Get Out of the Doghouse Day! 🐾💛

Let’s be real—every relationship hits rough patches. But it’s not about being perfect. It’s about knowing how to repair and reconnect when things go wrong.

Whether you’ve hurt someone or been hurt, the path forward starts with accountability, empathy, and open-hearted communication. Holding onto resentment or guilt only keeps you stuck. Letting go, making amends, and rebuilding trust? That’s healing—for you and your relationship.

💬 A sincere “I’m sorry.”
👂 A moment of true listening.
🤝 A commitment to grow together.

Let today be your reminder: You don’t have to live in the doghouse. You just have to take the first step out. 💛

👉 Therapy helps couples and individuals repair, reconnect, and heal. Reach out if you’re ready.

By Therapists Who Have Seen It All (and Sometimes Been in the Doghouse Too) July 21st is National Get Out of the Doghouse Day — a playful nod to those times we’ve messed up, let someone down, or ju…

07/20/2025

🥠✨ Happy National Fortune Cookie Day! ✨🥠

Let’s be honest—most of us crack open that golden little crescent just as excited for the fortune inside as we are for the crunchy treat itself. 😋

But those tiny slips of paper? They sometimes hit harder than expected.

💬 A few words of wisdom, tucked inside a cookie, showing up right when you need them most.

Coincidence? Maybe. Or maybe it was the universe (or your higher self?) sending you a gentle nudge.

As a therapist, I love the idea (and apparently Panda Express) that inspiration can show up in the smallest, quirkiest ways. I’ve even saved a few fortunes over the years—some still live in my wallet, others hide in drawers like little time capsules of encouragement...and still others get repurposed for intention rituals as I cast the sentiment out into the universe. 🌎✨💗

💡 “You already have the answer you seek.”
💡 “You are never alone in your journey.”
💡 “A dream you have will come true.”

Sometimes, they stick with you. Maybe forever.

So let’s celebrate this simple joy today:
👉 What’s the most meaningful or memorable fortune you have ever received?
📸 Bonus points if you still have it—drop a pic in the comments!

07/19/2025

🎉 Happy National Play Day! 🎈🛝

Think play is just for kids? Think again.
As therapists, we know that play is powerful—and essential—for everyone, no matter your age.

Whether it’s a game night, dancing in the kitchen, building a pillow fort, going on a spontaneous adventure, or just being goofy—play is a vital part of mental, emotional, and relational health.

✨ The Benefits of Play for Adults:
🧠 Boosts creativity and problem-solving
🫀 Reduces stress and anxiety
💞 Deepens emotional connection with others
😄 Improves mood and increases joy
🧘🏽‍♀️ Encourages presence and mindfulness
🏃‍♂️ Gets the body moving (without feeling like a workout)

And guess what? Playing with a partner or friend doubles the benefits! Shared laughter, connection, teamwork, and joy—it's a bonding experience like no other.

👉 So today, give yourself permission to let loose, laugh hard, and play freely. You deserve it.

07/18/2025

👂🌍 July 18 is World Listening Day 🌍👂

In a world full of noise, listening is a radical act of love.

Not the kind of listening where you're just waiting for your turn to speak. We're talking about active listening—the kind where you tune in with your ears, heart, and full presence.

💬 When you truly listen to someone—to their fears, joys, pain, or dreams—you’re saying:
“You matter. I see you. I care.”

From a therapist’s perspective, active listening isn’t just a communication skill—it’s a relationship superpower. It:

💞 Builds trust
🧠 Reduces defensiveness
💬 Encourages vulnerability
🪞Helps us better understand our own reactions
🌱 And ultimately, deepens intimacy

Want to be a better partner, friend, parent, or human?
Start by listening—without fixing, interrupting, or defending.

🎧 Try this today:
✔️ Put down your phone
✔️ Make eye contact
✔️ Reflect back what you hear
✔️ Ask, “Do you feel heard right now?”

Because sometimes, the most healing words are the ones left unsaid… and simply heard.

07/17/2025

🎉 July 17 is International Firgun Day! 🎉

Wait… what the firgun is a firgun? 😄

It’s a Hebrew word that doesn’t quite translate into English—but it means expressing genuine pride, joy, and happiness for someone else’s success or achievement, with zero jealousy or agenda. Just pure-hearted support. 💛

And let’s be real—we don’t do this enough. In a world where comparison often steals our joy, Firgun is the antidote. It's that moment you brag on your friend’s promotion, hype up your kid’s killer science fair project, or tell your partner how damn proud you are of how far they’ve come. No strings attached. No backhanded compliments. Just yes, YOU did that, and I’m thrilled for you!

✨ Want to celebrate Firgun Day today? Try this:

Text your best friend and say, “I saw your post about your art show—so proud of you, you inspire me!”

Tell your coworker, “You crushed that presentation—your confidence and clarity were 🔥.”

Leave a sticky note for your kid or partner: “I’m always impressed by your creativity/kindness/work ethic.”

Shout someone out on social media and tag them in a little love post!

💕 Firgun is free, contagious, and world-changing. So today, let’s spread some unexpected joy. Tell someone you're proud of them—and mean it.

07/16/2025

🖤 Self-forgiveness is the hardest kind.

Not because you did something “unforgivable”—but because you’re finally realizing all the times you didn’t show up for yourself.

This blog is for anyone who’s been stuck in shame, anger, or resentment—especially toward themselves. Read “Self-Forgiveness: The Hardest Person to Let Off the Hook” now on Living in Color Reflections.

Self-forgiveness often feels harder than forgiving others. Why? Because it requires us to face the ways we’ve let ourselves down. In this deeply personal blog, I unpack how self-betrayal, boundary …

09/18/2024

📣 New Consult Group Starting Soon!!📣

Ever get stumped when clients bring up sexual issues? 😳 Let me tell you, I’ve been there too—but now this is *my jam!* 🎉 With over 17 years of experience working with relationships and diving deep into sexuality training from all over the world 🌍, I’m thrilled to share what I’ve learned with YOU!

Join this supportive consult group where you can bring your toughest cases and trickiest questions. We'll navigate these conversations together so you can feel confident and empowered in your practice. 💪💬

Let’s break down those barriers and get real about helping clients with sexual issues. We’re all in this together! 🙌❤️
Interested? Drop a comment or sign up in the comments! 👇

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