Bad habits, while often frustrating, hold the potential for personal growth and transformation. This article explores how to understand and convert these habits into positive behaviors. Unveiling the Hidden Purpose of Bad Habits …
We've all heard that intimacy is vital for the health of most long-term romantic relationships. But what exactly is it, and how can we nurture more of it? Researchers have found that when it comes to intimacy, it involves two…
Many couples who seek therapy are at a breaking point. Problems and resentments have been building for a long time. The partner feeling most distressed often has a list of grievances and a sense of exhaustion, saying either, &quo…
Expressive writing is more than just recounting daily events; it's a powerful tool for creating meaning. It allows us to rewrite our life stories, positioning ourselves as the main character in control. It invites us to dwell…
It’s a common occurrence: some couples grow apart after a miscarriage, while others become closer. Pregnancy loss can significantly affect a relationship, depending largely on how both partners grieve and cope with the loss of t…
How often do you think back to a past event, whether it was moments, days, or years ago, wishing it had turned out differently? It’s incredibly hard to recall that moment without feelings of regret overwhelming you. Maybe you sat…
You don’t want to fight, or even if you do, whether it is with a friend or your partner, you want to resolve it without it taking a significant toll. Here are four important steps to master to help you avoid fighting, and they do…
We all have biases, but we can minimize or even overcome them by being aware of them. Bias exists on a spectrum from unconscious (implicit and cultural) assumptions to explicit and deliberately manipulative ideologies. When proje…
Many of us have experienced the struggle to make positive changes in our lives, only to find ourselves falling back into old habits. Whether it's cutting back on coffee, sugar, alcohol, or starting an exercise routine, the pr…
Becoming a parent is challenging, and it's a topic that often goes undiscussed. Recently, a young mother and a student at my psychology institute shared her thoughts on the transition to parenthood. She has a 4-month-old baby…
That person you fell for? He might not be who he says he is and may not even be real. I hate to break it to you, but that person you met online, the one you fell in love with despite never meeting in person the one who wants to t…
Family involvement significantly enhances the effectiveness of eating disorder treatment. Un derstanding the complex nature of eating disorders and fostering open family communication is crucial in supporting the recovery process…
Picture Barbra, a young professional who has battled procrastination for years. She hopes that one day she'll wake up different, ready to tackle her to-do list with newfound efficiency. However, change doesn't happen over…
The training of a psychotherapist includes, among other things, learning certain skills of emotional self-management, which create a separation between emotions and their expression. They are trained to recognize their feelings, …