productivity

Several months ago, I posted about the danger of “should” statements. You know, the phrases that are supposed to be motivating, yet they manage to be loaded with shame and self-criticism. “I should eat healthier, I should be calmer with my kids, I should read more.” “I shouldn’t eat so much …

I’ve seen a lot of articles over the years, touting the value of learning the word “no.”  And I totally agree.  Learning to say no to certain commitments, favors, tasks, and extras is a major necessity, as we can quickly find ourselves saying “yes” to everything and drowning as we …

Motivation is one of the most talked about topics in therapy, and that’s because it is one of the most important factors towards change.  Whatever change you’re trying to make in your life right now, I’m willing to bet the topic of motivation has come up.     Take the …

A few posts back, I talked about change and how one of the most common barriers to change is feeling like we don’t have enough time. Today I want to talk about another barrier to change, one that tends to be looming, seemingly present whenever we look to make a …

One of the biggest parts of my job as a psychologist is helping people make meaningful change in their life. This change varies from client to client, focusing on everything from relationships, coping styles, and health behaviors, to communication patterns, parenting styles, and emotional regulation. Ninety-nine percent of clients sit …