Celeste The Therapist

In today's Daily Shift, we explore overgiving in relationships. What looks like love can sometimes be a pattern rooted in fear of disconnection. Healthy relationships allow for mutual effort and balance. In this episode: Continue the work: Join the Shift community as we build healthier relationship patterns. In-person classes (Massachusetts): Shifting the Way You Think Wellness Center → stwyt.com

In today's Daily Shift, we begin the Relationship Shift Series by exploring the belief that your needs are "too much." Often, it's not that your needs are too much—it's that they weren't met in the right environments. Healing involves learning to express your needs without shrinking. In this episode: Continue the work: Join the Shift community as we build healthier relationship patterns. Live Regulation Sessions: Join "Regulate With Me" on TikTok + Instagram Thursdays & Sundays at 8:30pm EST

In today's Daily Shift, we close out the Regulation Shift Series by reflecting on what regulation really looks like. It's not about staying calm all the time—it's about knowing how to come back to yourself. Regulation is built through small, consistent shifts over time. In this episode: Continue the work: Join the Shift community as we continue practicing regulation together. In-person classes (Massachusetts): Shifting the Way You Think Wellness Center → stwyt.com Guided Journal: 365 Days of Intentional Living

In today's Daily Shift, we reflect on progress. Growth doesn't always feel big or obvious. It often shows up in small shifts—more awareness, more intention, and small changes in how you respond. In this episode: Continue the work: Join the Shift community as we continue growing together. In-person classes (Massachusetts): Shifting the Way You Think Wellness Center → stwyt.com Guided Journal: 365 Days of Intentional Living

In today's Daily Shift, we explore what regulation looks like in real life. It's not about staying calm all the time—it's about making small, intentional shifts in real moments. That's where real change happens. In this episode: Continue the work: Join the Shift community as we practice applying these tools in our daily lives. In-person classes (Massachusetts): Shifting the Way You Think Wellness Center → stwyt.com Guided Journal: 365 Days of Intentional Living

In this episode, we're having a conversation that many people avoid—but one that needs to be talked about more openly. Sibling sexual abuse is often misunderstood, minimized, or never acknowledged at all. Because of that, many individuals carry the impact of these experiences into adulthood without language, support, or validation. In this conversation, we explore what sibling sexual abuse actually is, why it's so often overlooked, and how it can affect someone emotionally, psychologically, and within their relationships over time. We also talk about what healing can begin to look like—especially when someone is just starting to make sense of their experience. This episode is not easy, but it is important. If this is something that resonates with you, you're not alone—and support is available. In this episode, we discuss: What sibling sexual abuse is and why it's often misunderstood How families and systems may minimize or overlook these experiences The long-term emotional and psychological impact The role of shame, silence, and confusion What healing and support can look like Purchase on Amazon- Sibiling Sexual Abuse About Brad: Brad Watts is a licensed professional counselor and certified sex offender treatment provider in Knoxville, TN, specializing in treatment of survivors of complex trauma, as well as individuals and families where sibling sexual abuse has occurred. He is the author of the Amazon best-selling book, "Sibling Sexual Abuse: A Guide to Confronting America's Silent Epidemic". In Knoxville, Brad consults agencies and law enforement on responses to sibling sexual abuse and conducts psychosexual evaluations. Brad conducts trainings and workshops across the United States on how to identify and respond to sibling sexual abuse. He works as an advocate for families where sibling sexual abuse has occurred, making many media appearances on podcasts, radio and television interviews in the United States, Canada, and Great Britain and has consulted for Nancy Grace's True Crimes podcast as well as for the Jordan Harbinger Show.

In today's Daily Shift, we talk about resetting after a reaction. You don't have to get it right every time. Regulation includes recognizing your reaction, pausing, and choosing how to move forward without judgment. In this episode: Continue the work: Join the Shift community as we practice awareness and self-compassion. In-person classes (Massachusetts): Shifting the Way You Think Wellness Center → stwyt.com Guided Journal: 365 Days of Intentional Living

In today's Daily Shift, we focus on the power of the pause. When you're triggered, your reaction is automatic. Creating even a small pause allows your body to settle and helps you respond with intention instead of reacting. In this episode: Continue the work: Join the Shift community as we practice slowing down and responding intentionally. In-person classes (Massachusetts): Shifting the Way You Think Wellness Center → stwyt.com Guided Journal: 365 Days of Intentional Living

In today's Daily Shift, we focus on grounding. When your mind is racing, coming back to your body can help you feel more present and safe. Regulation happens through the body, not just your thoughts. In this episode: Continue the work: Join the Shift community as we practice staying present and grounded. In-person classes (Massachusetts): Shifting the Way You Think Wellness Center → stwyt.com Guided Journal: 365 Days of Intentional Living

In today's Daily Shift, we focus on one simple tool: your breath. When you're overwhelmed, your body responds before your thoughts. Slowing your breath is one of the fastest ways to support your nervous system. In this episode: Continue the work: Join the Shift community as we practice simple tools for regulation. In-person classes (Massachusetts): Shifting the Way You Think Wellness Center → stwyt.com Guided Journal: 365 Days of Intentional Living

In today's Daily Shift, we explore what dysregulation actually looks like. It doesn't always show up as overwhelm—it can look like overthinking, irritability, shutting down, or staying constantly busy. Awareness is the first step toward change. In this episode: Continue the work: Join the Shift community as we learn to recognize and respond to our patterns. In-person classes (Massachusetts): Shifting the Way You Think Wellness Center → stwyt.com Guided Journal: 365 Days of Intentional Livin

In today's Daily Shift, we explore why your body reacts before your mind. Your nervous system responds instantly to what feels unsafe, which is why reactions can feel intense before you have time to think. Regulation starts with supporting your body, not just your thoughts. In this episode: Continue the work: Join the Shift community as we learn to regulate our responses with awareness. In-person classes (Massachusetts): Shifting the Way You Think Wellness Center → stwyt.com Guided Journal: 365 Days of Intentional Living

In today's Daily Shift, we begin the Regulation Shift Series by exploring overwhelm. You're not overreacting—your nervous system is responding. Learning to support your body instead of judging it is key to regulation. In this episode: Continue the work: Join the Shift community as we learn to regulate and respond with awareness. In-person classes (Massachusetts): Shifting the Way You Think Wellness Center → stwyt.com Guided Journal: 365 Days of Intentional Living

In today's Daily Shift, we close out this series by reflecting on growth. Real change often shows up in small, subtle ways—how you respond, how you think, and how you treat yourself. These shifts may not feel big, but over time, they create lasting transformation. In this episode: Continue the work: Join the Shift community as we continue growing together. In-person classes (Massachusetts): Shifting the Way You Think Wellness Center → stwyt.com Guided Journal: 365 Days of Intentional Living

In today's Daily Shift, we talk about why growth can feel hard—and why that's part of the process. Change takes effort at first, especially when you're unlearning long-standing patterns. But with consistency, what feels hard now becomes natural over time. In this episode: Continue the work: Join the Shift community as we stay consistent in our growth. In-person classes (Massachusetts): Shifting the Way You Think Wellness Center → stwyt.com Guided Journal: 365 Days of Intentional Living

In today's Daily Shift, we talk about what it means to choose differently. Growth isn't about waiting until it feels easy—it's about making intentional choices, even when old patterns feel more familiar. In this episode: Continue the work: Join the Shift community as we practice intentional growth together. In-person classes (Massachusetts): Shifting the Way You Think Wellness Center → stwyt.com Guided Journal: stwyt.com/store 365 Days of Intentional Living

In today's Daily Shift, we talk about the guilt that can come with setting boundaries. Guilt doesn't always mean you're doing something wrong—it can mean you're doing something new. Learning to sit with that discomfort is part of growth. In this episode: Continue the work: Join the Shift community as we practice honoring ourselves without guilt. In-person classes (Massachusetts): Shifting the Way You Think Wellness Center → stwyt.com Guided Journal: stwyt.com/store

In today's Daily Shift, we explore why self-trust can feel difficult. Self-trust isn't something you magically have—it's something you build through consistent, intentional choices. If it feels hard, it doesn't mean you're failing. It means you're learning. In this episode: Continue the work: Join the Shift community as we practice rebuilding trust within ourselves. In-person classes (Massachusetts): Shifting the Way You Think Wellness Center → stwyt.com Guided Journal: 365 Days of Intentional Living

In today's Daily Shift, we talk about why using your voice can feel uncomfortable. For many, staying quiet was a way to stay safe. Speaking up can feel unfamiliar—but that doesn't mean it's wrong. It means you're growing. In this episode: Continue the work: Join the Shift community as we practice showing up fully and using our voice. In-person classes (Massachusetts): Shifting the Way You Think Wellness Center → stwyt.com Guided Journal: 365 Days of Intentional Living

In today's Daily Shift, we explore the cost of always being "easy." For many, being easy meant staying connected, avoiding conflict, and keeping the peace. But over time, it can lead to disconnecting from your own needs, voice, and boundaries. Growth isn't about becoming difficult—it's about becoming honest. In this episode: Continue the work: Join the Shift community as we practice showing up fully without abandoning ourselves. In-person classes (Massachusetts): Shifting the Way You Think Wellness Center → stwyt.com Guided Journal: 365 Days of Intentional Living