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Sarah Heil-Brenny

Sarah Heil-Brenny is a single divorced mom of three teenage boys who lives in a suburb of the Twin Cities. Pack leader of two dogs with a combined weight of 9 pounds. She is often found knitting in inappropriate places, watching way too much Netflix, posting too many pictures on Instagram, and munching on anything gummy. Sarah pretends she is an extrovert but she is a closeted introvert who adores spending an obscene amount of time by herself and a few awesome friends. She is an adolescent psychotherapist who has a private practice. Photojournalism was a passion that turned into a business but really it’s because she can fly her drone. She does this all the while going to school for her PhD in Social Work. Someday she hopes she can just sit, relax and not stress about her yarn stash. Until then, she lives her chaotic life. Welcome to it.

Divorce Mediation
Life, Life After DivorceAugust 21, 2015

What a High Conflict Divorce Mediator Wants You to Know About Mediation

By Sarah Heil-Brenny

Note: This is according to Minnesota. Other states have different rules and laws, stated at deanhineslawyer.com. This should not be substituted as legal advice. This post is for information purposes only. As…

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When Being White is Safer
LifeAugust 7, 2015

When Being White is Safer

By Sarah Heil-Brenny

Raising boys can be a chaotic, energetic and hilarious endeavor. There isn’t a day where I am not laughing at something my kids have said or done. I treasure the times when…

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LifeJuly 4, 2015

Don’t Be Colorblind

By Sarah Heil-Brenny

“I don’t see color.” “I am colorblind.” “I just see you and not your color” “If everyone just looked past skin color the world would be better off.” The word colorblind is…

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No More Queen Bee Syndrome: Women Empowering Women
LifeJune 29, 2015

Disappearing Friendships

By Sarah Heil-Brenny

Have you ever had a close friend just stop talking to you and pretend you no longer exist? Maybe I am the only one that is lucky enough to have it happen….

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The Ball - Sideline Politics of Soccer
Life, Life After Divorce, MotherhoodJune 10, 2015

Sideline Politics

By Sarah Heil-Brenny

My kids are active in the local traveling soccer club. I attend no less than 50 games in the summer season. I used to call it my social hour. The time I…

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Inspiration, Universe DentersMay 30, 2015

On the Other Side of Darkness

By Sarah Heil-Brenny

On April 17, a Korean adoptee died from depression. This is a heartbreaking situation for her family, friends and daughter she left behind. It is also gut wrenching for the Korean adoptee…

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3 Steps to a Happier Divorce
Life, Life After DivorceMay 15, 2015

3 Tips to Have a Better Divorce

By Sarah Heil-Brenny

When I divorced my ex I hired one of the best divorce lawyers in the county, I also made incredibly stupid choices. I really did. I was not one of those that handled…

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Giving In to Wanderlust by Sarah Heil Brenny
LifeApril 24, 2015

Giving In To Wanderlust & Traveling Solo – 3 Tips to Make It Better

By Sarah Heil-Brenny

According to dictionary.com, wanderlust is defined as a strong, innate desire to rove or travel about. Since my divorce, I have had a serious case of wanderlust. It’s something I have been…

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Being a Good Enough Parent by Sarah Heil Brenny
Life, MotherhoodApril 6, 2015

Being a Good Enough Parent

By Sarah Heil-Brenny

They say motherhood is one of the hardest things to do. It is a test of endurance and a leap of faith. When we have children, we are told to raise them…

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Let's talk about mental illness. Our children deserve it.
Life, MotherhoodMarch 24, 2015

Let’s Talk – A Conversation about Mental Illness

By Sarah Heil-Brenny

Lately in the news, social media and society, we hear about children, teens and young adults involved in crimes and questionable choices. The words “mental illness” comes into these conversations. It is…

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