Posts on how to tackle worry and fear.
Why I Don’t Believe in Positive Thinking
I’m making a bold statement today. I do not believe in positive thinking. Kind of surprising coming from a psychologist, right? In today’s new video, I’m sharing why I’m not the biggest fan of positive thinking, and what I suggest instead. Sidenote, this video has references to Polly Pocket, …
The Science of Avoidance + How It Gets In Your Way
Does this scene sound familiar? You know you have to have an uncomfortable conversation with your partner. You’ve been thinking about it, dreading it, and every time you get up the nerve, you change your mind and swear you’ll have the conversation later. Or maybe you’ve been putting off …
5 Ways to Respond When You’re About to Lose Your Cool
You know those moments when you can feel your blood boiling? You can almost feel the emotion welling up inside of you, ready to lose your cool. Those moments can be overwhelming and sometimes a little scary. Thankfully, you have a choice in how you respond. Try these five strategies …
The Message You Need to Hear If Things Feel Hard
Lately, I’ve found myself wanting to scream at people. Not an angry or aggressive scream, but an encouraging, “this is so important, please hear this and know this” kind of scream. And my guess is that if we sat down across lunch, I’d want to scream this at you too. …
Looking for Answers or Clarity in Your Life? Watch This.
“I don’t know.” “I’m not certain.” “I just wish I had a clear answer.” Do these phrases sound familiar? Are trying to make a big decision and looking for answers? If so, today’s post is for YOU. I’m sharing a quote that has shaken me to my core, and …
Stop Waiting for These 3 Things: They’re Keeping You Stuck
If you’re feeling stuck in your life, you are in the right place today. If you’re been wanting to make a change, but you’re feeling a little anxious about it, this post is for you. And if you’ve been holding onto a dream but not moving toward it, you’re in …
How to Approach Your Anxiety Like a Scientist
Do you struggle with anxiety? Whether it’s background worry, looming fear, or creeping doubt, anxiety can be intense. And overwhelming. Anxiety is one of the number one reasons clients come to see me, and it’s one of the most popular topics on my site. So many people struggle with …
The Number One Thing to Do When Someone Comes to You with a Problem
Several months ago, I got my first really mean YouTube comment. Up until that point, I’d gotten some thumbs down, as well as my fair share of snarkiness. But this was the first comment that really stung. So I did what almost anyone would do. I picked up the …
Be Courageous: Reflections On My 2017 Mantra
Last year, just after the holidays, I got serious about crafting my mantra for 2017. While some people choose specific goals or focus on a single word, I’m a firm believer in choosing a personal catchphrase to use all year long. I thought long and hard before I settled …
A Mindful Mantra for Stress, Worry, and Distraction
It’s no secret that I’m a big advocate of talking to yourself. While it might seem strange, talking to yourself is an important way to cope when your brain goes on autopilot. When it comes to autopilot mode, most of us trend toward stress, worry, and distraction. Whether it’s …
