Look closely at this image. A woman sits alone in a dim room. A needle runs into her arm labeled dopamine. But the drug isn’t coming from a syringe on …
The Loneliness of Growth No One Warns You About
Somewhere along the way we were taught that growth should feel empowering. Peaceful. Like clarity and confidence. But sometimes growth feels like the exact opposite. Sometimes growth feels like losing …
People Pleasing
Yes, Yes, Yes. Is your favorite word yes? Even when your teeth are clenched. Even when your chest tightens. Even when your body whispers no — and you override it. …
Anxious Attachment
Hello. My name is Anxiously Attached. I will run and do anything for you. I will put my needs aside to make you comfortable. Just so you don’t leave. Why? …
When Anxious Attachment Reaches Its Breaking Point
Hello, Anxious Attachment. It’s been a long road. Are you tired yet? Anxious attachment can feel like living on a roller coaster you never bought a ticket for. The highs …
Grief: Have We Moved Beyond the Five Stages?
At first thought, you may associate grief with death and losing someone close to you. Grief over the loss of a loved one is specifically referred to as bereavement. However, …
Check Yourself: Common Mental Health Mistakes
Protect and improve your mental health by correcting several common mistakes. I have been seeing clients in therapy for 25 years now. Each person you meet in therapy is, of …
Link found between selfie viewing, decreased self-esteem
Frequent viewing of selfies through social network sites like Facebook is linked to a decrease in self-esteem and life satisfaction, according to researchers. Viewing behavior is also called “lurking” — …