by David Kennedy | Feb 23, 2026 | Clinical Psychotherpy, Counseling
An inner critic can sound like “helpful motivation,” but it often fuels stress, shame, and burnout. Self-compassion is not self-pity or letting things slide. It is a skill set that builds steadier self-talk, better coping, and healthier choices. This guide... by David Kennedy | Feb 17, 2026 | Clinical Psychotherpy, Counseling
Kevon Owen Christian Counseling Clinical Psychotherapy OKC — 10101 S Pennsylvania Ave C, Oklahoma City, OK 73159 — 405-740-1249 / 405-655-5180 — https://www.kevonowen.com When couples feel disconnected, the path back toward trust and closeness usually runs through... by David Kennedy | Feb 9, 2026 | Clinical Psychotherpy, Counseling
Worry is a normal problem-solving response to real-life stress. Anxiety often feels bigger than the moment, harder to shut off, and more likely to show up in the body. The clearest divider is impact: when the thoughts and physical stress start to limit... by David Kennedy | Feb 2, 2026 | Clinical Psychotherpy, Counseling
Stress often builds in small, quiet ways. A tense jaw. Shallow breaths. A racing mind between meetings. Mindful micro-breaks are short pauses, usually 30 seconds to 5 minutes, that help the body shift out of “go mode” and back into steadier ground. These breaks do... by David Kennedy | Jan 26, 2026 | Clinical Psychotherpy, Counseling
Rumination is that loop of replaying the same worry, regret, or “what if” over and over. At night, it often gets louder. Your body is tired, but your mind keeps scanning for problems to solve. That clash can delay sleep, cause light sleep, and trigger early waking.... by David Kennedy | Jan 19, 2026 | Clinical Psychotherpy
Small Habits That Quiet a Busy Mind A busy mind is often a protective mind. It tries to plan, predict, and prevent problems. The goal is not fake happiness or constant calm. The goal is to lower the noise so choices feel easier. The habits below are small on... 
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