
5 Tips to Manage Anxiety
Most people have experienced anxiety to some degree, so I bet you have too. Perhaps you’ve experienced heart palpitations as you were preparing to give a
Most people have experienced anxiety to some degree, so I bet you have too. Perhaps you’ve experienced heart palpitations as you were preparing to give a
Relationships can be challenging. Relationships can also add to our quality of life and mental health. When we work to make our relationships healthy, we increase
Partnerships For marriages or other long-term romantic relationships to thrive, it is important to understand the concept that there are numerous partnerships within the relationship. Even
Often times in contemporary society we listen to respond rather than to understand. We listen until we have a rebuttal, or we listen until we have
Skill #1 – Reflect: Think of this skill as holding up a verbal mirror to the person to whom you are listening and trying to understand.
Skill #2 – Be Curious: Think of this skill as an effort to literally shift your perspective by asking questions so that you can see the
Skill #3 – Validate: Think of this skill as communicating to the other person that you can imagine how their feelings could result from the situation
More importantly, how do you find the right therapist for you? While there are general things for anyone to consider when finding a therapist, such as
Humans…we’re complex, confusing, and interesting creatures. And one of the most fascinating aspects of the human experience, in my opinion, is emotion. Whether you like having
The benefits of healthy relationships are numerous and well documented. Research has suggested that healthy close relationships act as a buffer to stress, are associated with
Many other blogs and websites offer potentially interesting and useful reading about mental health, relationships, and other psychology-related topics. Here are a few of my current favorites:
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