I’ve had several discussions with people that I thought would be good to disclose here, as they’re pertinent to earlier … More
Tag: Wellness
Mental Illness and False Beliefs: How Our Misperceptions of Ourselves and the World Around Us Sustain our Fear and Sadness
I often cover topics related to self-esteem, about how thinking differently, and more realistically, about oneself engenders a sense of … More
A Brief Introduction to Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy: How It Changes Lives
CBT is a form of therapy that’s used to treat depression, anxiety, rage, emotional instability, body dysmorphia, low self-esteem, perfectionism, interpersonal troubles, and specific phobias.
The Toxicity of Self-Esteem: Why It Never Works
A Better Way to Love Ourselves Self-esteem has always been a prominent concept throughout our lives. We were taught that … More
My Love for James Cagney: A Tribute to the Man Who Taught Me Authenticity and Compassion
When I think of authenticity, the first person that comes to mind is Jimmy Cagney. Eminent actor, director, and producer, … More
Becoming One’s Own Mother and Father: The Difficulty of Growing Up
The most challenging aspect of individuation, of growing up, is the groundlessness breadth our feet, the fact that the universe, … More
Mental Illness Is More Than a Brain Disorder (Updated w/ New Information)
Why We Need a More Nuanced Understanding of Mental Health The biological model of psychiatry is the dominant model of … More
You’re Going to Die, and, Yes, You’re Still Special
In my first blog post, I discussed death and how its acceptance can foster a better life. In this post, … More
The Need for Self-Compassion (Revised)
Self-Esteem vs Self-Compassion The idea of self-esteem gained prominence in the 80’s. It encompassed a great need to get children … More
Trauma Recovery: Overcoming Your Past
This article explores how, despite the sorrow it brings, trauma engenders a rebirth, in which the victim becomes greater than ever before.
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