In the fall of 2001, I told my meditation teacher about my stress over a future event I was dreading—I can’t remember what. He told me about another student, a mother of…
Making Time to Worry Bests Worry Itself
Source: Aubree Herrick / Unsplash Do you wake in the dark hours with random—or not-so-random—anxieties that seem overgrown by morning? Maybe you didn’t turn off the instant pot and you fear your…
Has Attachment Gone to the Dogs?
Everyone needs companionship, comfort, and warmth. Sure, there are those among us who would deny such needs. But, if you are a human, then you are genetically wired to seek connection to…
5 Tips for Finding a Childfree-Affirming Therapist
Internet Search Source: Sigmund/Unsplash The therapy room is not always a safe place for childfree by choice individuals. Pronatalism—the cultural and institutional forces that pressure individuals to have children—permeates various aspects of…
You’re a Parent. That’s Why You’re Stressed Out.
Source: Hillshire Farm/Unsplash Being a parent today means feeling stressed. In fact, the U.S. Surgeon General has issued a “dangerous stress” warning to American parents. Knowing that you’re in good company—that most…
Managing Mental Health and Well-Being During Exam Season
Source: Sara Madden/Pixabay There’s no denying that exam season is extremely stressful. But you don’t have to surrender to your anxiety. The following are specific action items that you can follow to…
Juggling Creativity, Productivity, and Neurodiversity
As a neurodivergent author and neurodiversity-affirming writing coach, I often hear stories from other creative types about struggles with work-life balance and finding time for their creative work. Just so you know…
Doubting Your Self-Doubt |
Source: MART PRODUCTION / Pexels “Self-doubt kills talent.”- Edie McClurg Self-doubt is a feeling of uncertainty or lack of confidence in yourself or your abilities. Long term self-doubt will lead to anxiety,…
Terror Management and the “Worm at the Core”
You wonder what lurks in those shadows outside your window, down the hall, in the corners, or beneath your bed. Dangers exist, you know that. Vigilance helps you survive by alerting you…
How to Survive the Holidays With Your Ex
With the holidays right around the corner, many Americans will soon be forced to—or have the pleasure of—spending time with the partner we said goodbye to romantically, but remain bonded with by…