Posts on how to tackle worry and fear.
Why Confidence is Overrated. And What Matters Instead.
You want to be more confident. You want to walk into a room and feel comfortable starting a conversation. You want to be brave and start that project or apply for that dream job. Whatever it is, you’ve got something you want to do, and you want the confidence to …
The Surprising Thing LeBron James Can Teach You About Anxiety
If you’ve ever watched LeBron James at an away game, you know how heated things can get. There’s always at least one fan heckling him as he shoots free throws or rests on the sidelines. Well, it turns out, this situation is super relatable to your anxiety. Hear the surprising …
Stop Doubting Yourself: 5 Quotes to Help You Just Go for It
You have a dream, an idea, something you’ve been thinking about. You can’t get it out of your head. Even when it disappears for a while, it makes its way back into your brain, reminding you it’s important. Whatever it is, there’s this reoccurring thought, “Wouldn’t that be awesome?” …
How Brainstorming Can Dramatically Reduce Your Anxiety
If you struggle with anxiety, then you know what a wild imagination your brain can have. Your brain thinks up every possible negative outcome before it’s even happened. Your brain gets creative with all the ways something could go wrong. And your brain is awesome at pretending it knows how …
The Lie Your Anxiety Wants You To Believe
If you struggle with anxiety, then you know what a Chatty Cathy your brain can be. It’s always saying something. Whether it’s predicting worst-case scenario, focusing on all the ways things could go wrong, or getting you to believe that you aren’t ready for something, your anxiety talks a lot. …
Are You a Chronic Worrier? This Simple Trick Will Help.
Today, I’m being totally transparent. I am a worrier. Yes, you read that correctly. My natural tendency is to stress about the future and worry about stuff I can’t control. It’s annoying, and I wish worry wasn’t my default. But it is. Luckily though, as a psychologist, I’ve got …
The Simple Hack that Will Take Your Self-Talk to the Next Level
If you’re a regular here with me, then you know how much I love self-talk. It’s one of the most important skills you can develop for your mental and emotional health. And today, I’m sharing a little secret about self-talk and the simple trick that very few people know about. But …
What Fake It Till You Make It Really Means + How It Can Help Your Mood
If you read my bio, you’ll see that one of my life buzzwords is authenticity. I deeply believe in embracing who you are, rather than trying to be someone else. This commitment to authenticity is visible in both my personal and professional life, and it’s a value I’ve worked hard …
7 Quotes about Vulnerability to Help You to Open Up
If you work with me in therapy, it’s incredibly rare that you won’t hear me mention the word vulnerability at some point. It’s a word so often associated with weakness, yet this couldn’t be further from the truth. Vulnerability is a strength. It’s a gift. It’s a choice to …
You Can’t Be Happier, Healthier, or Calmer Without Doing This First
Today I am sharing the simplest activity that can change so much about your day. Your mood, your patience, your productivity, your happiness, and your relationships…it’s all on the table. Check out the video below for the quick tip, and start using it today! Question: When was the …
