An Open Letter to Self-Appointed Control Freaks
Dear Fellow Lovers of Control, Let me start by saying this: You are my tribe. I get you. I like you. I am you. (Read
Suzanne Manser, PhD
August 5, 2026
Tag: self-acceptance
7 Telltale Signs You were Raised by a Narcissist
Being raised by a narcissist leaves a certain kind of mark. If your parent was narcissistic*, you probably spent your childhood trying to make them
Suzanne Manser, PhD
March 22, 2026
The Mural of My Dreams
This is my vision of a mural where all of our colors are needed. It’s a reminder that you are needed here.
Suzanne Manser, PhD
March 4, 2026
Self-Acceptance: How to Do It in 2 Simple Steps
Learn how to accept yourself – and why it’s important! – in two simple steps.
Suzanne Manser, PhD
March 2, 2026
Who and What is Your Inner Child? (aka: is this a woo woo thing or should I take it seriously?)
Sometimes when I suggest we do inner child work, my patient will look at me as if I’ve just offered to read their aura. Though
Suzanne Manser, PhD
February 6, 2026
Avoid Self-Abandonment by Staying in Your Own Boat
Learn how to stop abandoning yourself and build your self-esteem by staying in your own boat!
Suzanne Manser, PhD
October 12, 2025
Intergenerational Pain as a Game of Hot Potato
It’s helpful to think of intergenerational pain like a giant game of Intergenerational Hot Potato. Let me explain. When a person has big emotional pain
Suzanne Manser, PhD
June 25, 2025
Locus of Acceptance: Who gets to decide if you matter?
“Locus of acceptance.” I used this phrase with a patient the other day, and I kind of love it. I think I made it up.
Suzanne Manser, PhD
February 17, 2025
Understanding and Healing from Our Mother Wounds (Part 2)
Our mothers have the power to wound us like no one else. Those specific wounds keep us from knowing our acceptability and worth. I share 7 steps to healing from the pain your mother gave you.
Suzanne Manser, PhD
June 3, 2024
3 Tips to Being a Better Parent
If you want to be a better parent, focus on raising your child to know their worth. After loving them, this is the single best
Suzanne Manser, PhD
April 30, 2024