We live in a world that is hyperfocused on goal-setting, reaching the next level, flaunting our accomplishments, and analyzing data set after data set so we can create and achieve even more. It’s exhausting! Don’t get me wrong; I’m a big fan of goal-setting, and creating a measurable objective can help you stay on track
There are endless reasons as to why many people feel anxious around the holidays. Maybe you are stuck being around relatives who have very different beliefs than you do, and having conversations with them brings up feelings of hopelessness, frustration, and even rage. Or you could have a bit too much time off of work,
Most people believe that psychotherapy is reserved only for individuals who are experiencing extreme levels of dysfunction in their lives. But what about those individuals who are able to function “normally” in every day life, yet still have that feeling that something is not quite right? Below is a list of not-so-obvious signs that you
Last week I had the privilege of attending a talk with Eckhart Tolle at the NYU Skirball Center. His ability to command a room with stillness is a unique kind of magic, and I’m grateful to have spent 90 minutes in his presence. I was deeply impacted by what was discussed and feel compelled to
Back in mid-October, I quit social media, cold turkey. I had been thinking about it for a while, was waiting for the right time, then finally, on a random Thursday, mustered the strength to deactivate – Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn. I deactivated EVERYTHING. Why would I do such a thing? Well, even though I don’t
Valentine’s Day… every year you come and go, and every year, the weeks leading up to your arrival can be anxiety-inducing. I spent most of my 20s dreading this holiday. And over the years, I have developed methods to not only survive this day, but to even look forward to this time of year… What
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