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Pathological Lying: The Too-Good-to-Be-True Fairy Tale
August 2, 2016 .
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There are different kinds of lies: pathological lies, lies so you won’t get caught, lies of convenience, lies for self-protection, and social lies. They all have something in common: ... Read More
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Just Be, Don’t Do: How to Experience More by Doing Less
August 1, 2016 .
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Productive and meaningful time management is a highly prized skill, but failing to make space in your day for unscheduled time may have a direct and negative effect on your sense of well-being. ... Read More
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How Early Childhood Terror Stifles Self-Development
July 29, 2016 .
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Some people live their lives in extreme fear, approaching life with a constant sense of terror. The simplest activities of living can become fraught with dangerous possibilities. Feelings ... Read More
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Bed Bugs: Facing the Emotional Turmoil of an Infestation
July 28, 2016 .
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Bed bugs. The mere mention of these critters sends shivers down my spine and can bring immediate itchiness to anyone aware of these pests and their elusive nature. Bed bugs are small, parasitic ... Read More
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Maternal Narcissism: Trapped in the Role of ‘Good Daughter’
July 28, 2016 .
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Wired for connection, baby daughter looks into her mother’s eyes needing to see delight reflected back to her. What if, instead, baby’s gaze is met with emotional emptiness? Lights ... Read More
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The Gift of Shame: A Positive Look at a Negative Emotion
July 26, 2016 .
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Shame has a bad reputation. Let’s face it: it doesn’t feel good. I mean, who really wants to feel shame? It’s uncomfortable, even downright painful at times. Here is something to ... Read More
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How to Help Someone with Posttraumatic Stress (PTSD)
July 25, 2016 .
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Being close to someone who is suffering because of trauma can be a difficult, bewildering experience. Trauma symptoms may appear suddenly, sometimes surfacing many years after a traumatic ... Read More
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The Unbearable Pain of Needing to Be ‘Seen’
July 25, 2016 .
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Where do you feel safe? For me, it is not in my husband’s arms, it is in his heart. It is in a deep knowing that he will hold me there and that he feels me there even when I am not immediately ... Read More
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Emotional Overwhelm: How DBT’s Crisis Survival Skills Help
July 21, 2016 .
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Have you ever felt like your emotions are so overwhelming they will never stabilize? Maybe you have an intense urge to return to unhealthy or risky behaviors to make yourself feel better. ... Read More
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Negative Stereotypes Can Affect Female Athletes’ Performance
July 19, 2016 .
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Female soccer players exposed to stereotypes about their playing ability experienced significant reductions in their dribbling speed, according to a study published in the journal Psychology ... Read More
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Why Do I Hate Myself? July 15, 2016 . 16 Comments
Dear GoodTherapy.org, I grew up in a fairly loving, supportive environment, and I don’t understand why I’m so filled with self-loathing. I hate my appearance, my mannerisms, ... Read More
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How to Manage Stress and Stay Positive While Unemployed
July 14, 2016 .
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When you find yourself between jobs and under pressure to find a new one as quickly as possible, depression and anxiety are real risks. Attending interview after interview and receiving ... Read More