Category Archives: Self-Help
And the Opposite of Impatience Is….
Impatience and irritability can increase with the stresses brought on by the Chanukah-Christmas season--or you can wash away your negative emotional reactions by dissolving them in this powerful antidote......
Antidotes to Boredom: Why Shopping is Fun
Boredom comes from too much sameness. Shopping—for new things, new friends or new love—can, by contrast, feel fun. Newness is invigorating. Why?
Anxiety Problems, Part II: 3 Habits That Help
What is usually the fastest and most thorough route to ending fearful feelings? It's not necessarily distraction.
8 Reasons to Cheer for Psychotherapy
A newly released study by the American Psychological Association has confirmed the benefits of psychotherapy and how it can be preferable to treatment with drugs.
A Novel No-Meds, 5-Pronged Anti-Depression Strategy
Use one, some, or all of these innovative strategies to lift depression's dark cloud. Do it yourself, or ask a therapist to help.
A Short Course for Overcoming Narcissism and BPD
For people with narcissistic or borderline tendencies, a few skill upgrades can go a long way.
A Surprising Discovery: How Placebos Can Help Relieve Pain
What does recent research suggest about how chronic pain sufferers can use placebos (fake pills) to reduce real pain? Might this psychological technique reduce opioid use as well?
A Visualization Strategy for Rapid Treatment of Depression
Feeling low? While this technique will not end a major depressive episode, it can lift your energies when you are feeling down.
A Winning Way to Get Started Writing Your Life Story
Sometimes the hardest part of writing is getting started. Here's a highly effective launch strategy.
2 Upgrades For Making Gift-Giving Decisions
While some folks find gift-giving choices easy to make, many people find it stressful to find just the right gift for each person on their lists.