Redefining “Crisis” I often hear from clients: “I’m having an existential crisis.” As flexible and creative as I try to be as a clinician, my response to this sentiment is often the…
Are You Being Held Hostage by the Parenting ShouldStorm?
Source: Kirk Cameron/Unsplash We live in a culture that pushes children and judges parents. Everyone wants the best for their children, but how do you combat your own expectations and the criticism—real…
Environmental Magic Supports Mental Health
What good could ever come from the “climate crisis” and associated eco-crises? Plenty, if it is positive action—which also supports our mental health. Megan Swann performing environmental magic. Ilan Kelman One pioneer…
7 Ways to Cope with Uncertainty
alphaspirit/bigstock Let’s consider the overwhelming level of uncertainty that currently plagues many of our personal lives and the world at large. The term “uncertainty” is most often considered the result of having…
New Research Shows Yoga Reduces Stress and Improves Well-Being
New Africa/Shutterstock Recent world events (including the Covid-19 pandemic, as well as traumatic events worldwide) have undoubtedly increased stress levels in the US, Europe, and across the globe. In addition to traditional…
Behold the “Brainprint” of Your Basic Mental Activity!
What is the brain’s operating system? How many types of people are there in terms of basic patterns of mental function? We don’t really know. What personality is and how many variations…
Why FOMO Shouldn’t Define Your Love Life
The fear of missing out (FOMO) has extended beyond snagging the last marked-down designer bag. It has seeped into our emotional lives, pushing individuals to plunge into relationships more from anxiety than…
The ADHD Dog: Assessing ADHD
Harry, the Anxious ADHD Dog Source: Deirdre V. Lovecky This is Part 2 in a series about examining ADHD-like behavior in dogs. Read Part 1 here. Some breeds of dogs show ADHD-like…
Accommodating Anxiety in Romantic Relationships
Source: Courtesy of Sean Minns By Sean Minns and Darby Saxbe It’s Valentine’s Day. You’re on a date at a charming little French bistro. The ambiance and wine were great, and the…
How to Stop Putting Pressure on Yourself
Putting pressure on oneself can stem from various factors, and understanding why you do it is an important step toward self-awareness and personal growth. Here are a few possible reasons why you…