Navigating Generalized Anxiety Disorder: Insights and Strategies As a licensed therapist and advocate for mental health awareness, I’m thrilled to launch a series aimed at enhancing understanding and providing support for various mental health conditions. Through this series, we aim to empower our readers with knowledge about disorders like Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD) and shareContinue reading “What is Generalized Anxiety disorder?”
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The world does not have to change because you feel a certain way…learn to check yourself
Navigating the Complex World of Feelings: A Therapist’s Perspective It’s been a week since my last post, a lapse I attribute to the busyness of life and its inevitable distractions. As a licensed therapist, I too experience moments of deviation from my goals – a reminder that behavior change often follows a ‘two steps forward,Continue reading “The world does not have to change because you feel a certain way…learn to check yourself”
How do we protect ourselves from our own ego and pride?
Ego and Pride: A Delicate Balance of Self Ego and pride are intricate elements of our psychological makeup, often perceived differently across cultures and societies. Growing up in South Florida, I witnessed firsthand how these traits are not only celebrated but are also deeply ingrained in societal values. Defining Ego and Pride Ego, in theContinue reading “How do we protect ourselves from our own ego and pride?”
Fear vs Anxiety
Navigating the Terrain of Fear and Anxiety: Understanding and Coping In the complex landscape of human emotions, fear and anxiety often intertwine, yet they are distinct experiences. Understanding the difference between these two emotions is crucial for developing effective coping strategies. This article delves into the nuances of fear and anxiety, their triggers, and howContinue reading “Fear vs Anxiety”
The STOP Trick for Instant Emotional Control
Mastering Emotional Regulation: The DBT STOP Skill As a psychotherapist, I often find myself delving into various therapeutic strategies to aid clients in managing emotions effectively. One such powerful tool from Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is the STOP skill, an acronym that stands for Stop, Take a step back, Observe, and Proceed mindfully. This skillContinue reading “The STOP Trick for Instant Emotional Control”
Why am I always SAD during the holidays?
Navigating Through the Gloom: Understanding Seasonal Affective Disorder Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is more than just the winter blues. It’s a subtype of depression that typically occurs in the winter months. This article sheds light on SAD, outlining its diagnostic criteria, potential causes, and effective coping strategies, emphasizing the role of exercise and structured routines.Continue reading “Why am I always SAD during the holidays?”
4 Secret Habits of the Highly Successful: Transform Your Life Now!
The Success Quartet: Sleep, Meditation, Exercise, and Reading In my practice as a psychotherapist, I’ve observed a compelling correlation between success and four key habits: adequate sleep, regular meditation, consistent exercise, and habitual reading. These practices are not just beneficial for physical health; they are pivotal for mental well-being and, by extension, for achieving successContinue reading “4 Secret Habits of the Highly Successful: Transform Your Life Now!”
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