We love fighting demons. And nowhere is that more apparent than in the current geo-political sphere. Some of us fight … More
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The Complicated Answer to Whether Therapists Should Give Advice
People don’t need others to reason for them; but, often, they need someone to reason with them. Individualism permeates psychotherapy … More
Therapy Judges, But Doesn’t Shame
Some of us live in the world of Platonic forms. The ancient Greek philosopher Plato believed that the world of … More
What Psychoanalysis and CBT Can Teach Us about Battling Misinformation
Our understanding of the mind dating back to Freud tells us the same story repeatedly: we use defenses, or “biases” … More
Running from Fear and Self-Doubt
You can’t evade the profound uncertainty of love, and, more importantly, of life. Those with avoidant personalities fall into two … More
The Drug of Self-Love
We’re notorious overthinkers, creating meaning out of every detail encountered. Yet, our self-concepts are more burdensome than exhilarating, causing us … More
The Power of Delusions
Self-importance is akin to cocaine. Social Psychologist David Myers discovered what he labeled “The Lake Wobegon Effect.” Based on a … More
Knowing Why to Quit
My rigidity is a gift and a curse. On the one hand, I’m determined; on the hand, I’m quite stubborn. … More
The Perils and Benefits of Diagnosis: Should I Be Kind or Honest?
When I disagree with someone, sometimes, they believe I’m just not listening. While both can be true at the same … More
Fostering Dignity: How Tyranny Creates People-Pleasing Behavior
Sometimes, you’re just someone who has nothing to say. The avoidant personality type is marked by extreme shyness, fear of … More
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