For many, it’s the ultimate goal, right? To experience greater happiness or feel more positive in the day to day. In my years as a psychologist, I have learned a great deal from my patients. I would like to share with you five suggestions for what you can do TODAY to get on the train …
Every individual comes into relationships with expectations. The expectations that one might have are endless. Sometimes those expectations are conscious. Sometimes, they are not recognized until the moment of disappointment. Here are three of the most sabotaging expectations that cause relationships to suffer: “If they really loved me they would know what I needed.” Assume …
Let’s face it. The coronavirus pandemic has turned our lives upside down. It can be hard to comprehend how something we can’t see, can be so frightening. With the coronavirus, also known as COVID-19, there are so many unknowns. When will we stop social distancing? When will my child go back to school? When will …
Within a matter of one week, our lives have been turned upside down. There’s a worldwide pandemic and you have been told you must engage in “social distancing” for an unknown amount of time. We humans are a social species. In other words, we need each other in order to thrive. Lack of social connection …
Do any of these situations sounds familiar to you? Your partner will say one thing and then do another. Actions don’t match the words. Your partner says he/she will “text you in one hour”, then you don’t hear from him/her for the rest of the day. Your partner shows strong interest one week and then …
Have you recently been screamed at by your boss? Or given a dirty look by a stranger on the street? Have you recently texted your friend to have him or her not reply till the next day? These situations can certainly be upsetting. Oftentimes we may be prone to taking interactions personally. But, something that …
It’s that time of year! Shorter days, reduced sunlight….20% of Americans are vulnerable to developing Seasonal Affective Disorder. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) can be frustrating to cope with, but here are a few tips that you may find helpful during the upcoming gloomier months: Take a Vitamin D supplement. Vitamin D, also known as the …
Do you fear asking the guy you’re dating how he feels about you? Do you fear asking the question “Where do you see this going?” Are you scared you’ll be perceived as crazy? Or a “psycho?” It has come to my attention that this is a common fear for many women. So, I want to …
Are you too hard on yourself? Critical of others? Are you feeling burnt out? If you answered yes to these questions, then it’s time to be reminded of the importance of loving yourself each day. A lack of self-love and compassion leads to low self-esteem, self-critical thinking, negatively comparing yourself to others, depression, anxiety disorders, suppressed …
Loneliness is a very powerful feeling, and one that many people try to avoid. Loneliness can lead to health consequences which include an increased risk of heart disease, insomnia, and depression. Loneliness can also result in destructive behaviors that include excessive drinking, drug use, compulsive shopping, and staying in unhealthy relationships due to fear of …