America loves underdogs. Think about your favorite films and consider what you loved most about those stories. For many of … More
Tag: Depression
Why We Tend Not to Challenge Our Core Beliefs about the World and Ourselves
When I was an undergraduate student, my ancient philosophy professor told us: Don’t ever become satisfied; otherwise, you’ll become complacent. … More
The People-Pleaser Within: Why It’s Important to Know the Difference Between Being Liked and Respected
Parents often ask themselves: How much do I want my child to love me? Black and white thinking can, sometimes, … More
The Art of Struggle: Why You Should Do Difficult Activities to Manage Your Anxiety
When left alone, anxiety becomes a monster. Obsession, ambition, and fear are always linked. The more ambitious you are, the … More
Why Should I Continue to Hope?: A Philosophical Analysis of Romantic Idealism
I’ve asked myself so many times: should I stop dreaming? It’s sort of a cliché that the young are idealists … More
Reframing Perfectionism: Knowing the Difference Between Absolute and Relative Perfection Can Alleviate Your Inner Struggles
One of the questions I get asked most frequently is: what can I do about my perfectionism? People understand where … More
Emotional Reasoning: What Psychology and Philosophy Sometimes Get Wrong about the Utility of Our Emotions
“Nothing is more usual in philosophy, and even in common life, than to talk of the combat of passion and … More
The Untraveled Road: How Killing My Dream Made Me Much Happier
Lately, I’ve been coming to terms with one of my major professional decisions. For years, I went back and forth … More
I’m Not Enough: Why Feeling Like You’re Good Enough Shouldn’t Be Your Only Goal
“I hear what you’re saying, and I can see what I’ve done, but why don’t I feel it?” How many … More
The Myth of Self-Love: Why You’ll Probably Never Learn to Love Yourself and Don’t Need to
When I was a kid, I wanted to become the best. As is typical for a child who’s bullied, and … More
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