Amy...just found this on
www.the-bright-side.org and thought it would fit nicely with your thread...
Unfinished Business: Do You Have Some?
by Debra Moore, Ph.D.
Only you know what feels unfinished and deserves your attention.
If you continue to feel pain or have not made peace with any of the following situations, please consider talking to a trusted friend, advisor or professional so that you can process your feelings.
Unfinished business may be an obstacle to the self esteem you desire.
Possible unfinished business:
childhood pain
trauma, abuse
losses (death, divorce, moves)
former relationship losses
other adult losses
pets, jobs, home, friends, deaths
current relationship issues
marriage, partner, boss, neighbors, relatives
issues with your children (including adult children)
unaddressed fears or problems
body issues
weight, self image, injury or disabilities
sexuality issues
orientation, desire, preferences, anxiety
career/work issues
choice of career, current workplace conflict
financial habits/decisions
debts, chronic overspending or a pattern of depriving yourself
chronic anxiety or guilt about money
drinking, drug, eating, spending, or sex habits
anything that feels out of control or has caused problems at work or in
relationships
shame about anything - any secrets
fears and phobias
various adult traumas
rape, attack, crime
accidents, natural disasters
pregnancy issues
infertility
miscarriages
unresolved abortions
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Dr. Moore is a licensed psychologist and Founder and Director of Fall Creek Associates. She is President of the Sacramento Psychological Association, adjunct faculty member in the School of Psychology at the Fielding Graduate Institute, teaches classes through The Learning Exchange, and frequently appear as a guest on public service programs having to do with psychology and emotional wellness. She has also written a newspaper column called Senior Wellness, which focuses on general psychology topics as well as those of special interest to senior readers. In addition to working with private clients, she welcomes the opportunity to disseminate information on psychology and mental health issues to the general public through her PsychPages website.
Last modified: November 17, 2002