While the holidays can be a source of joy and merriment for some, for others the season is a time of stress, sadness, and irritation. I reached out to friends and colleagues to get a better understanding of the individual struggles that contribute to holiday distress so I could be more equipped to help people for whom this …
Although the presidential election may be over, the anxiety continues for many as they consider the future and scrutinize the events that led to present circumstances. These concerns are the themes of many conversations I am having with others, including friends, family, colleagues, and people in therapy. Thus, I decided to address this issue for others out there …
Please do not misinterpret the title; I am not suggesting that you stop trying to succeed or get along with others. What I am suggesting is that you take a moment to consider if you might be sacrificing your well-being to appease someone else or avoid conflict. I learned the hard way that attempting to please others …
Don’t let my youthful face fool you—I’m a few years older than Taylor Swift. (No, I’m not telling you how many years older. How rude of you to ask! We just met.) Nonetheless, the iconic pop star has several lessons those from every generation—millennials to boomers—could stand to learn, even if you are not a …