psychology
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August 2, 2026 We are imperfect beings. At some point in our lives, we might have felt broken as well, whether it is from heartache, broken trust, physical hurt, or spiritual bereavement. What is the “beauty in brokenness?” It is a concept that honors how our struggles and flaws are-rather than diminishing our worth-add depth… Read more
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July 14, 2026 Are you tempted to distract yourself from anxiety or other uncomfortable emotions? Many of us are. There is no running away from discomfort or pain forever, sooner or later after distractions or hiding from it, discomfort returns, perhaps even more intensely. Over the years, I have been an emotional eater. I would… Read more
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July 8, 2026 Have you noticed how you feel after you hear your self-talk? Last week, I touched upon how often during my life that I have been outright mean to myself. I have been working on changing the tone of my self-talk for years, but it takes a lot of practice to go from… Read more
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6/29/2026 Have you heard the following being said? “Oh, my God, what were you thinking?!” “I cannot believe you said that out loud.” “Wow, how can you not be embarrassed?” What is sad is that I have said to myself over the years. You have said some similar things to yourself. I am conscientious about… Read more
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June 9, 2026 Have you ever met a thief so adept at stealing what is yours, yet you are bound by worry and anxiety and are not able to fight back? Anxiety is that thief, and it steals your brilliance. Anxiety creeps in like a thief – it attacks, it talks, it distracts, and it… Read more
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May 11, 2026 Many experts describe happiness as a complex state that can include contentment, joy, satisfaction, and a sense of purpose. Psychologists often define it as a mix of positive emotions and overall life satisfaction. I have found in my research that there are three main differing views on happiness: Jeremy Sutton, Ph.D. wrote… Read more
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Life, as we know, can be messy, complex, and uncertain. Disruption and change are two constants in life. Have you ever asked why this happened? I think many of us have one point or another. What can be effective to manage change that we face in life? Our mindsets are especially important. Recently, I have… Read more
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Do you tell yourself, “No way, can I do that. I am not smart or talented enough. Why try?” Do you focus on the outcome only? If your hard work did not yield the result that you wanted, do you think it was all for nothing? Your view of yourself can determine everything. Do you… Read more
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Have you heard the term mindset? Mindsets are cognitive frameworks that dictate how individuals perceive their abilities, challenges, and successes. Dr. Lauren Braithwaite wrote that the concept of mindset refers to our beliefs about how our intelligence, talents, and personal traits shape how we manage challenges, ultimately affecting our ability to achieve our goals. “What… Read more
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March 3, 2026 “We are disturbed not by things, but by the views which we take of them.”- Epictetus, Stoic Philosopher Psychotherapist Dr. Ilene Strauss Cohen, Ph.D., wrote that perspective refers to the mental framework through which individuals view the world around them. She added that perspective influences our daily interactions and decision-making processes. Other… Read more
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