Kathleen Prince LPC

06/18/2026

One thing nobody tells you about boundaries is that they don't just change your relationships. They change your relationship with yourself.☘️

06/17/2026

The Many Faces of Narcissism 👑🎭

Narcissistic behavior does not always look the same. It shows up in different patterns, each with its own way of gaining control, attention, or superiority.

From grandiose narcissism to covert (vulnerable) narcissism, from communal “helper” narcissism to antagonistic, vindictive, somatic, cerebral, sexual, seductive, and spiritual narcissism, the traits shift in presentation but often follow the same underlying need for validation, power, or admiration.

Understanding these patterns can help you recognize manipulation, emotional control, and relationship dynamics that may not be obvious at first glance.

If you’ve ever felt confused by someone’s behavior or stuck in a cycle of emotional control, this breakdown helps make it clearer.

Read more here: https://reachoutrecovery.com/10-ways-narcissists-take-control/

06/17/2026

Calm My Busy Brain 🧠 Free Handout.
For Children with ADHD, or those who struggle with becoming overwhelmed by tasks, have racing thoughts, become bored easily and cannot concentrate, and those who struggle sitting still.

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When I have racing thoughts
• Write the thoughts down on a
"brain dump" page.
• Distract myself away from racing thoughts by engaging in a hobby.
• Listen to calm music.
• Share my thoughts with someone.
• Take 5 slow breaths while counting.

When I feel unable to stay still
• Stretch my arms & legs.
• Squeeze a stress ball.
• Take a movement break.
• Use a fidget tool.
• Do wall pushes.
• Stand while working.
• Wiggle my toes inside my shoes.
• Walk to get a drink of water.

When I am feeling bored
• Turn tasks into an exciting challenge. I can reward myself as I progress and finish the task.
• Break the task into mini goals.
• Race a timer to get boring tasks done.
• Use colourful pens or highlighters.
• Work with a partner if possible.
• Use a checklist and tick things off.
• Add movement between tasks.

When I am feeling overwhelmed
• Ask myself "How can I take this one step at a time? What is my first step?"
• Ask for help.
• Move to a quiet, calming space.
• Take 3 deep breaths.
• Use headphones it noise is bothering me.
• It I am overwhelmed by a large task, I can tell myself "I don't have to do it all at once"
• Set a 5 minute timer to not overwhelm myself by doing too much in one go. If I feel able to continue after 5 minutes, I will.

06/15/2026

The uncomfortable truth

06/14/2026

06/14/2026

Relationships thrive on connection, but there's a meaningful difference between healthy interdependence and codependency. Understanding where you fall on this spectrum can help you build relationships that feel supportive rather than draining for both you and the people you love.

What Codependent Behavior Looks Like:
Codependency often develops as a coping mechanism, sometimes rooted in childhood experiences with addiction, neglect, or emotional unpredictability.

What Independent (Healthy Interdependent) Behavior Looks Like:
The goal isn't total emotional detachment it's healthy interdependence, where two whole people choose to support each other without losing themselves.

06/11/2026

🏠 The Anger House

Most people think anger is the problem.

But anger is often just the roof.

Underneath anger there may be:
💔 Unmet needs
😔 Hurt
😢 Grief
😨 Fear
🚫 Boundaries that were ignored
🧒 Childhood experiences that never felt safe

When we only focus on the anger, we miss the story underneath it.

Healing begins when we become curious about our emotions instead of judging them.

Ask yourself:

✨ Where did I learn anger from?
✨ What triggers it?
✨ What emotions sit underneath it?
✨ What helps me feel calm and safe?

Anger is not the enemy.

It is often a messenger carrying information about pain that needs attention.

The goal is not to suppress anger.

The goal is to understand it.

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Kinza Saleem
Clinical Psychologist