"Throning" might sound like a trendy new term, but it actually describes an old pattern in dating. The term, gaining popularity among Gen Z, refers to dating someone mostly for the sake of status and boosting one’s self…
Exploring the Puella Archetype: A Perspective from Jungian Psychology We often hear the advice: follow your passions and live according to your values. But what if you’ve lost your way? What if life feels meaningless? Examining t…
When it comes to mental health, it's not the amount of time we spend on social media that matters, but how we use it. The idea that social media is harmful to teens' mental health is well known. There is growing research …
In the media, narcissism is often portrayed by extreme personalities belittling others, power hungry behavior, and aggressive individuals. Seen this way, who would ever think there's a healthy side to what we usually view as …
There are two types of happiness, but only one leads to lasting joy. Most of us get stuck in the first type and miss out on the second, which leaves us with lower levels of well being. The good news? You can change that. Short Te…
Being a parent doesn’t end when your child becomes an adult, but the dynamic certainly shifts. Navigating this new phase can be challenging, especially if your adult child seems to rely on you too much, constantly asking for help…
" Be curious, not judgmental." — Walt Whitman The range of human relationships is vast. We have friendships, family bonds, romantic partners, children, parents, and many other connections. Every relationship is one of a…
It’s easy to want to ask your child, “How was your day at school?” as a way to get some insight into how their day went. However, you’re likely to get a brief, one-word answer if you ask the same question day after day. If you’re…
We are at a critical juncture in history, with the unprecedented possibility of electing the first Black woman as President of the United States. If you’ve been following the news, you’ve witnessed the flood of criticism directed…
The words we use, especially when referring to ourselves, have a significant impact on our mental state and self-perception. Here, we broaden our focus to the overall influence of language on our thoughts, specifically the words …
Contrary to popular belief, narcissistic individuals aren't solely shaped by trauma, at least not in the conventional sense. The factors contributing to the development of narcissistic personality disorder (NPD) differ from t…
Do you ever feel you've missed an opportunity to say something kind, perhaps depriving yourself and others of a moment of connection? Kindness is a potent force that can brighten someone's day, boost their self-esteem, an…