In this episode of Essentially Soulful, Betty and co-host Dr. DeeAnna Nagel take a thoughtful, grounded look at why the holiday season—especially Thanksgiving—can stir up so much emotional intensity. From old family patterns that get “pressure-tested” during gatherings, to the exhaustion that comes from trying to keep the peace, they unpack why even the most loving families can feel overwhelming this time of year. DeeAnna introduces the idea of emotional saturation—that point where our capaci...
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In this episode of Essentially Soulful, Betty and co-host Dr. DeeAnna Nagel take a thoughtful, grounded look at why the holiday season—especially Thanksgiving—can stir up so much emotional intensity. From old family patterns that get “pressure-tested” during gatherings, to the exhaustion that comes from trying to keep the peace, they unpack why even the most loving families can feel overwhelming this time of year. DeeAnna introduces the idea of emotional saturation—that point where our capaci...
Counselor and Coach – The Power of Online Therapeutic Writing
Essentially Soulful
10 minutes
2 months ago
Counselor and Coach – The Power of Online Therapeutic Writing
In this episode of Essentially Soulful, co-host Betty chats with DeeAnna about the quiet power of therapeutic writing—particularly when used in online counseling and coaching. DeeAnna reflects on decades of work in this space, highlighting how written communication allows for thoughtful intimacy, emotional safety, and deep reflection. Drawing from research like Dr. James Pennebaker’s work and concepts such as the online disinhibition effect, she shares how clients often reveal more in writing...
Essentially Soulful
In this episode of Essentially Soulful, Betty and co-host Dr. DeeAnna Nagel take a thoughtful, grounded look at why the holiday season—especially Thanksgiving—can stir up so much emotional intensity. From old family patterns that get “pressure-tested” during gatherings, to the exhaustion that comes from trying to keep the peace, they unpack why even the most loving families can feel overwhelming this time of year. DeeAnna introduces the idea of emotional saturation—that point where our capaci...
