How to Stop Thinking About the Polar Bear
We have all been frustrated by recurring intrusive thoughts. They might be about situations that are annoying, painful, stressful,...
Wise Questions for Determining Your Life’s Direction
As we prepare to end this year and start a new one, this is a season for reflection. Here are some questions that you can ask yourself...
Listen to Your Inner Wisdom
Have you ever faced a decision or situation where you felt ambivalent, confused, or unsure about what to do or which path to take? You...
What is Mental Health?
May is Mental Health Awareness Month. The definition of medical health is clear, and it can be measured by specific criteria.
Creating a Personal Sense of Safety
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month. As people of all genders in the #MeToo Movement have demonstrated, sexual and physical assault...
Turning Your Brokenness into Beauty
We often try to present an image of our best self to others. This usually involves denying or hiding areas of our lives which have been...
How to Deal with Dissatisfaction
Life can be wonderful, imperfect, messy, infuriating, and amazing all at the same time. Your short-term goals can help you to achieve...
Your Focus Affects Your Attitude
Life is full of challenges and opportunities. Situations often can be complex, and they do not necessarily fit neatly into neat...
Stress-Busting Strategy: Take a Conscious Mental Vacation
Life presents many kinds of stress, which can be chronic, unexpected, or some combination of the two. At times, stress might feel...
Short-Circuiting Conflicts: The Mirroring or Reflecting Communication Technique
Disagreements and arguments can sometimes stem from misunderstandings. People have different definitions, emotional content, or...