I’m about to be an empty-nester and if I had Bill and Ted’s time machine, there is one place I’d travel for a parenting re-do. Many in my cohort of …
The Dead End of Perfectionism
We aim to be perfect, but what is that? The struggle to project an unachievable perfection does not genuinely connect us to others and leads to loneliness.
The Unbearable Sadness of the Matthew Perry Court Texts
Lopsided imbalance can occur in any kind of relationship.
Jargon Alert: 18 Phrases That Can Lead Us Astray
Some misleading words and phrases in psychology are merely inaccurate, while others go beyond inaccuracy to undermine our goals of understanding and helping people.
One Hundred and Seventy Nagging Beats a Minute: The Harsh Reality of Change
What is change so hard? There are many fine details and complexities that contribute to each person’s unique experience in therapy, causing no two therapy sessions to look the same. …
Green Death Practices: Sustainability at the End of Life
An intentional response to the climate crisis.
“But I Don’t Want to Blame My Parents!”
How do we heal old childhood wounds without blaming our parents?
Expanding What a Trigger Sound Is in Misophonia Research
Meet Dr. Heather Hansen, a stand-out in misophonia research. Understand how she expanded what a trigger sound is, and found neural evidence to back up her results.
Back to School Advice for Parents
Going back to school could possibly cause disagreements or misunderstandings between parent and child.
What lessons would we give to our younger selves?
What lessons would you give your younger self? Can we learn from the lessons of others? Young adults are often wise beyond their years and already know the secret to …