Fat is Not a Feeling: How to Combat a Negative Body Image
At some point or another we have all criticized our bodies. While it is difficult to experience inner pain or bear witness to the pain in the world, we have some control over our own bodies. It is...
View ArticleCan You Laugh Your Way to Good Health? Let’s See What the Data Shows!
We’ve all heard the saying that “laughter is the best medicine.” But how much truth is there to this idea? Despite the fact that we often hear anecdotal reports of humor being beneficial, there’s...
View ArticleCan Running Make You Happier and Smarter? Research on the Benefits of Exercise
We all know that exercise is important. But, for a lot of us, working out enough can be a challenge: only about half of us engage in the CDC’s recommended amount of aerobic activity (for healthy...
View ArticleAttachment Style: How Does it Impact Your Relationships?
Which of the following sentences best describes the way that you approach relationships? “I find it relatively easy to get close to others and am comfortable depending on them.” “I am somewhat...
View ArticleSleep on it: The Benefits of a Good Night’s Sleep
What has been found to improve our memory, boost our mood, and make us more creative? You might be surprised to learn that it’s not a new drug, but something as simple as getting a good night’s sleep....
View ArticlePut a Positive Spin on Your Goals
What are some of your most important goals in life? Do you want to strengthen your relationships with others? Or do you want to prevent conflicts? Do you want to achieve success in your career? Or are...
View ArticleGetting to Know Your Emotions
One of the most useful skills we need in order to be in good relationship with others is the ability to identify our emotions or feelings. This article offers a jump-start to learn this skill. What...
View ArticleHow to Change Behavior: A Theoretical Overview
There are a variety of theories about how to make behavioral changes – either starting something new or eliminating something old. This post reviews some key models for changing behavior, including...
View ArticleDialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) – “PLEASE Mastery” Technique for Emotion...
This article describes a practical psychology tool that is often taught in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) known as the PLEASE Mastery Technique. DBT is an evidenced based treatment model that...
View ArticleThe Link Between Creativity and Happiness
If you’re like most people, you probably drew in coloring books, painted, or worked on another type of art project in elementary school. But, unless you’re a professional artist, you probably don’t...
View ArticleDifferentiation, Or What Makes Relationships Work
Unless we were fortunate enough to have had good role models available when we grew up, most of us get into relationships little prepared and often overwhelmed by the complexities. The quick-fix...
View ArticleCan Writing Make You Healthier and Happier? 3 Easy Writing Activities To Try
You’ve probably heard that keeping a journal is good for your mental health, but did you know that writing can benefit your physical health as well? In fact, psychologists studying the effects of...
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Emotional Wellness Skills: An Interview with Judy Belmont, Therapist, Speaker...
“There are so many people struggling with mental health issues that don’t go to counseling. I have about forty years of experience as a therapist, and I wanted to focus on life skills that anybody...
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Be Kind to Yourself: Four Ways to Practice Self-Care
When was the last time you took time to do something nice for yourself? If you’re like many people, you might find that you’ve been too busy to get a full night of sleep, to cook yourself a good meal,...
View Article20 Ways to Let Go of Ego (from David Richo, PhD)
About a year ago I was fortunate to attend a daylong workshop entitled “You Are Not What You Think: The Egoless Path to Self-Esteem and Generous Love,” led by the wise and warm David Richo, PhD., MFT....
View ArticlePositive Psychology: The Theory and Science – Part I
This past Father’s Day, at a McDonald’s drive through in southern Indiana, something unexpected happened. A woman noticed a father with his two children in the car behind her and told the employee...
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How To Cope With Anxiety About Climate Change
Even if people around you aren’t actively discussing their fears about climate change, there’s a good chance they’re experiencing anxiety about our warming planet. These worries—which psychologists...
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