Feelings like an Emotional Whirlwind? How You Can Fix it and Live a Wonderful Life Now…

Posted on April 1, 2022March 26, 2025 by drdyona@gmail.com

While I originally started writing this post in January, after watching the Oscars—and witnessing the “slap heard round the world”—I figured now might be the perfect time to finish/post it… Confession time Growing up, I did not learn how to...Read More

How to Say ‘NO’ and Start Living The Perfect Life Now Pt. 1

Posted on December 13, 2021March 26, 2025 by drdyona@gmail.com

At the water fountain ~ “Do you mind if I skip you?” In the cafeteria ~ “Can I have those chocolate chip cookies?” Over the phone ~ “Could I have $20?” As a kid I would often get asked these...Read More

Are You A Black Woman or Girl? Get Free Therapy Today to Start Living an Awesome Life Now!

Posted on December 3, 2021March 26, 2025 by drdyona@gmail.com

A few months ago, a potential client reached out to my office to learn if we would accept “Loveland vouchers” for therapy. My receptionist, who had never heard of this organization, reached out to me to ask if this was...Read More

When Answered Prayers Don’t Look the Way You Expected: When God’s “Big” Gifts Come in “Small” Packages

Posted on November 8, 2021March 26, 2025 by drdyona@gmail.com

Where are my spiritual/religious readers at??? This post is for you so read on… Have you ever been excited to open a gift? Well, I definitely was excited to open this one. The gift box was big. I’m talking...Read More

You Are Part of the Problem — How Negative Thinking Keeps You From Living Your Best Life Now Pt. 3

Posted on October 15, 2021March 26, 2025 by drdyona@gmail.com

In part 1 and part 2, I discussed why it’s important to change the way you think and also why you shouldn’t assume that every thought that pops into your head is true. Today, I’m going to delve into different...Read More

Put to the Test: How to Get Serious About Your Faith So You Can Get Your Prayers Answered Today

Posted on September 6, 2021March 26, 2025 by drdyona@gmail.com

"Put your money where your mouth is." I’ve always enjoyed hearing that expression. If you’ve never heard this saying before it’s just a way of encouraging people to back up what they’re saying with tangible actions as opposed to just...Read More

You Are Part of the Problem —How Negative Thinking Keeps You From Living Your Best Life Now Pt. 2:

Posted on August 23, 2021March 26, 2025 by drdyona@gmail.com

In my last post, I began pointing out the ways in which your thoughts get you into trouble and make it that much more likely that you will miss out on meeting your goals. Specifically, I noted that “Your mindset...Read More

Your Best Life Now? 1 Thing God CAN’T Do in a Christian’s Life

Posted on August 9, 2021March 26, 2025 by drdyona@gmail.com

I was recently chatting with a friend who had gone through a bitter divorce. She told me how much she fought for her marriage, tried to compromise with her spouse, and repeatedly suggested marital counseling to address their issues. But...Read More

Self Care or Self-Sabotage? How You Get in the Way of Accomplishing Your Dreams and Living Your Best Life Now

Posted on July 26, 2021March 26, 2025 by drdyona@gmail.com

Let me ask you some questions. Have you ever: Brought a suit or outfit to the dry cleaner? Taken your car in for maintenance services? Purchased a screen protector/case for your phone? Wiped down your favorite designer bag or pair...Read More

You Are Part of the Problem —How Negative Thinking Keeps You From Living Your Best Life Now Pt. 1

Posted on July 19, 2021March 26, 2025 by drdyona@gmail.com

If I had a nickel for every time a client said to me, “I don’t know what’s wrong with me” or “I hate myself for being this way,” I’d be rich enough to pay off my student loans ! If...Read More