Being diagnosed with bipolar disorder can be both a relief and cause alarm, causing you spending hours on the internet searching for terms like “therapy for bipolar disorders near me”. Though, one may wonder if therapy for bipolar disorders works. While there is no cure for it, it is very manageable with both counseling and […]
Being diagnosed with bipolar disorder can be both a relief and cause alarm, causing you spending hours on the internet searching for terms like “therapy for bipolar disorders near me”. Though, one may wonder if therapy for bipolar disorders works. While there is no cure for it, it is very manageable with both counseling and […]
Many authors, from Viktor Frankl to Deepak Chopra, have discussed the importance of living a purposeful life. It is purpose that allows us to transcend ourselves and create meaningful moments. Frankl believed that a pursuit in meaning in life is far more important than the pursuit of happiness, as meaning connects us to our past, […]
Many authors, from Viktor Frankl to Deepak Chopra, have discussed the importance of living a purposeful life. It is purpose that allows us to transcend ourselves and create meaningful moments. Frankl believed that a pursuit in meaning in life is far more important than the pursuit of happiness, as meaning connects us to our past, […]
Blame and game – two words that should never be joined together. The truth is, the blame game is no fun to play and there are never any winners. And, perhaps, the biggest loser of all is the one who is doing all the blaming. When we blame others, we lose our power. Remaining stuck […]
Blame and game – two words that should never be joined together. The truth is, the blame game is no fun to play and there are never any winners. And, perhaps, the biggest loser of all is the one who is doing all the blaming. When we blame others, we lose our power. Remaining stuck […]
One definition of addiction is a compulsion to continually engage in an activity or behavior despite its negative consequences. When the repetitive behavior results in the individual experiencing legal, health, relationship, and/or vocation problems, that individual most likely has an addiction. How do we acquire an addiction? Some of us are genetically predisposed to acquiring […]
One definition of addiction is a compulsion to continually engage in an activity or behavior despite its negative consequences. When the repetitive behavior results in the individual experiencing legal, health, relationship, and/or vocation problems, that individual most likely has an addiction. How do we acquire an addiction? Some of us are genetically predisposed to acquiring […]
Seeking anger management counseling can be one of the best decisions you make. Carrying all that turmoil and experiences the consequences of it expressing itself impedes the happiness and life of yourself as well as your loved ones. While it can be difficult to admit when you need help with an issue, not doing anything […]
Seeking anger management counseling can be one of the best decisions you make. Carrying all that turmoil and experiences the consequences of it expressing itself impedes the happiness and life of yourself as well as your loved ones. While it can be difficult to admit when you need help with an issue, not doing anything […]
Last week we defined addiction, the steps leading to addiction, including the parts of the nervous system involved, and the “Avoidance Cycle.” As you recall, the Avoidance Cycle (AC) begins with the individual’s attempt to not repeat the unwanted behavior. The AC starts with an earnest commitment to resist the unwanted behavior. Because resistance/avoidance is […]
Last week we defined addiction, the steps leading to addiction, including the parts of the nervous system involved, and the “Avoidance Cycle.” As you recall, the Avoidance Cycle (AC) begins with the individual’s attempt to not repeat the unwanted behavior. The AC starts with an earnest commitment to resist the unwanted behavior. Because resistance/avoidance is […]
We all know the basics of being healthy: eat well, exercise, and get some rest (especially when you’ve got your country’s 500th anniversary to plan, your wedding to arrange, your wife to murder, and Guilder to frame for it) because, as they say, if you haven’t got your health, you haven’t got anything. But how to […]
We all know the basics of being healthy: eat well, exercise, and get some rest (especially when you’ve got your country’s 500th anniversary to plan, your wedding to arrange, your wife to murder, and Guilder to frame for it) because, as they say, if you haven’t got your health, you haven’t got anything. But how to […]
According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, 15 million U.S. Americans, or 6.8% of the population, suffers from Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD). SAD, also sometimes referred to as social phobia, is an intense fear of social situations. The sufferer believes they could become humiliated and embarrass themselves somehow in front of other people. […]
According to the Anxiety and Depression Association of America, 15 million U.S. Americans, or 6.8% of the population, suffers from Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD). SAD, also sometimes referred to as social phobia, is an intense fear of social situations. The sufferer believes they could become humiliated and embarrass themselves somehow in front of other people. […]
Few things zap your energy the way a stressful day can. Stress is known to reduce our levels of serotonin and dopamine, neurotransmitters that play an important role in our mood, energy and motivation. After a difficult day, you might be tempted to lounge on the couch watching TV until it’s time to go to […]
Few things zap your energy the way a stressful day can. Stress is known to reduce our levels of serotonin and dopamine, neurotransmitters that play an important role in our mood, energy and motivation. After a difficult day, you might be tempted to lounge on the couch watching TV until it’s time to go to […]
Every relationship can need help and there is no shame in asking “do marriage counselors work.” Looking in this kind of couple’s therapy shows you care about your relationship and are working towards returning to a healthy marriage. A lot of people don’t like the idea of therapy or have some thoughts as to what […]
Every relationship can need help and there is no shame in asking “do marriage counselors work.” Looking in this kind of couple’s therapy shows you care about your relationship and are working towards returning to a healthy marriage. A lot of people don’t like the idea of therapy or have some thoughts as to what […]
