Ready to Stop People-Pleasing? Here’s How
There’s nothing naturally wrong with being friendly or kind to someone. But sometimes, going out of your way to try to keep others happy is something we do to avoid disappointing others. However, it’s hard to stay true to yourself when you’re constantly changing your...
How to Stop Reliving Past “Mistakes”
First of all, let me suggest that there are no such things as "mistakes," only lessons. Taking a job that feels unsatisfying or even torturous does not have to be viewed as a mistake - it can be a lesson that we want something different for our lives. Or dating...
How to Avoid Losing Yourself in a Relationship
Does the rest of your life suffer when you fall in love? If so, you may have a tendency to lose yourself in a relationship. It’s natural to be swept away when you first start dating someone new. The trouble starts when time goes by, and you fail to regain your sense...
How to Feel Better About Yourself When You Have Body Image Struggles
We all have days when we don’t feel great about ourselves, but for some women, this feeling is constant. Body image struggles can be incredibly damaging to your self-esteem and mental health, but there are things you can do to feel better. How Do I Feel Better? Here...
9 Hobbies That Can Help Decrease Anxiety
Many of my patients find that with the demands of parenting, work, and family life that they don't have many hobbies that are their own. Or their anxiety tells them they shouldn't pursue hobbies because there are too many other "shoulds" to focus on. What follows are...
9 Myths About Anxiety Debunked
Do you feel like you’re struggling with too many worries? Do they interfere with your sleep and keep you from enjoying the life you deserve? If so, know that you’re not alone! Millions of people in our country are stressed out and worry needlessly. Because of this...
Signs That Might Indicate Abuse in Your Relationship
If you’re in an abusive relationship, it can be challenging to see the signs. Abuse can come in many forms, and often abusers will try to hide their behavior from friends and family. Many times, my patients think they're not in an abusive relationship just because...
How to Deal With Self-Sabotaging Beliefs
Self-sabotaging beliefs are insidious thoughts that tell you that you’re not good enough, can’t do it, or are not worthy of success. I see self-sabotaging beliefs all the time in my patients, as it (self-sabotage) often goes hand-in-hand with anxiety. These beliefs...
9 Healthy Tips to Help Cope with Anxiety
If you struggle with anxiety on a daily basis, you may find yourself using unhealthy methods, such as alcohol, overeating, or over-exercising, to cope with it. These are not the best approaches, so what is? Consider These Strategies for Anxiety 1. Deep breathing...
How to Make Major Decisions When You Are Anxious
Even if you don’t read much poetry, you probably know The Road Not Taken by Robert Frost. Generations of students have pondered the image of a man choosing between two paths that diverge in the woods. In real life, there are crossroads too. They’re the life-altering...