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How Naming the Emotions That Emerge in Our Dreams Helps Us Heal
One of the least talked-about aspects of dreaming is emotions. These strange creatures have stirred up many a restless night in the form of fear, anger, or despair. They take many shapes ... Read More
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Somatic Mindfulness: What Is My Body Telling Me? (And Should I Listen?)
“Mindfulness” is a popular buzzword in therapy and personal-growth circles. Mindful.org defines mindfulness as “the basic human ability to be fully present, aware of where we are ... Read More
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How Do I Fix Trust Issues After Being Caught Cheating?
Dear GoodTherapy.org, I cheated on my girlfriend. Yes, I’m a cheater and I’ll never live it down. I don’t deserve forgiveness. I don’t deserve her, period! I made the biggest mistake ... Read More
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Recognizing and Addressing Anger Before It Becomes Rage
In my years as a therapist, I’ve worked with many people who have varying anger issues. I’ve seen the devastating results that unchecked anger can have on people’s lives. Anger ... Read More
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When Parents Clash: Managing Differences in Parenting Style
Many aspects of a person’s life can influence their parenting style. The way an adult was parented, as well as parenting books and other guides, are a few factors. A parent’s unique ... Read More
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Water Is Water: Can New Rules of Engagement Help Your Relationship?
Water is water. Are you thinking, “Of course water is water. What else would it be?” Perfect. If you’re thinking that, you’re already on the right track to understanding ... Read More
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How Emotionally Intelligent People Use Negative Emotions to Their Advantage
Emotion and emotional expression play a fundamental role in our daily lives. Evolutionary psychologists believe emotions serve a primal function in helping us navigate and adapt to our ... Read More
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Does Your Toddler Have Social Anxiety? Here’s What You Can Do
Social anxiety causes feelings of panic or fear during interactions with people. It can occur only in certain situations or nearly all of the time. For adults, it often means avoiding other ... Read More
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5 Signs It May Be Time to Let a Friendship Go
“With friends like these, who needs enemies?” —English proverb Spring has finally arrived. For many, the arrival of spring means new beginnings and a time for cleaning out the clutter. ... Read More
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Middle-Aged? Single? How to Cope with What You Might Be Feeling
When we think of developmental milestones, we often think of children. But a lot of people aren’t aware that we continue to experience change points in life as we grow and age. As part ... Read More
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‘I Just Can’t Take It Anymore!’ Stopping the Cycle of Overwhelm
One of the hardest things about stress and anxiety is that it often leads to overwhelm. Because of this, it is tempting to implement strategies that manage the discomfort but fail to offer ... Read More
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10 Ways to Strengthen Your Relationship During Recovery
As a couples therapist, I receive a lot of calls from couples in which one partner is either in or recently completed a recovery program. I wish there was a manual to help couples navigate ... Read More