Few things in life are more pivotal than a shift of mind. This profound experience catalyzes defining moments that enable you to embark on exciting new paths. The following articles are devoted to that purpose.
Few things in life are more pivotal than a shift of mind. This profound experience catalyzes defining moments that enable you to embark on exciting new paths. The following articles are devoted to that purpose.
The fact that more than half of marriages end in divorce is actually the lesser problem. The more telling consideration is that the majority...
Read Full PostWhat we refer to as our comfort zone becomes at times not quite so comfortable, as it is familiar. Old habits and behaviors that we… Continue...
Read Full PostCertainty and predictability, the dominant motifs of Newton’s worldview are deeply rooted in our culture and in our thinking. These...
Read Full PostA troubling theme that I come across in my work as a therapist -- and in my observation of people in general -- is the belief that we should always
Read Full PostThe beliefs we carry with us carve out forks in the road of our life. They direct us down very different paths and experiences. Our primary beliefs
Read Full PostAs parents, no matter how devoted and nurturing we may be, our children often struggle with low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, and a host of other
Read Full PostMost people begin their dating relationships by putting their proverbial “best foot” forward. We do this to entice the other person to like us
Read Full PostTo further our exploration of developing authentic self-esteem, I'm pleased to announce the launch of the Self-Esteem Workshop, a live, interactive
Read Full PostA troubling theme that I come across in my work as a therapist -- and in my observation of people in general -- is the belief that we should always
Read Full PostAs parents, no matter how devoted and nurturing we may be, our children often struggle with low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, and a host of other
Read Full PostOvercoming Anxiety A LIVE Interactive Videoconference Learn to turn your thoughts into your ally! 3 Wednesday evenings — 7:15-8:30 PM
Read Full PostWhen a dysfunction such as anxiety – or depression, for that matter – becomes so commonplace, we must turn to our culture, which is our aggregate
Read Full PostAccording to the National Institute of Health, one in every two Americans will ultimately be diagnosed with some form of mental illness. What’s
Read Full PostEarly in my career as a therapist, I found myself feeling frustrated in my ability to assist a couple with whom I was working. They were
Read Full PostMastering your Communication Skills: Breaking Through to the Other Side A Real-Time, Interactive, Online Workshop To enjoy resilient
Read Full PostI’ve often heard people in conflicted and unhappy marriages claim that they are staying together for the sake of the children. Their implied
Read Full PostAs parents, no matter how devoted and nurturing we may be, our children often struggle with low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, and a host of other
Read Full PostWe take for granted that our words convey exactly what we intend them to. This is a particularly misinformed assumption. I have observed that upon
Read Full PostI was recently having a conversation with a young man about his passion in certain sports. As we talked further it became very evident that he would
Read Full PostAn Epidemic of Depression Our society is in the throes of a virtual epidemic of depression. The numbers are quite staggering. More than twenty
Read Full PostOur Most Intimate Relationship The most intimate relationship we will have in our lives is not with our parents, our spouses, our children or
Read Full PostA young woman in her mid-twenties recently came in for her first visit with me. Three months earlier she had experienced her first bout of anxiety
Read Full PostIn my work as a psychotherapist I often see individuals who are plagued by a relentless measuring of themselves. These people carry on an internal
Read Full PostA few summers ago I broke my foot, the fracture occurring as I missed a step on my front porch. The break occurred on the outside part of my foot —
Read Full PostThe expression "familiarity breeds contempt" is all too familiar. Yet, as the case with many common sayings, we might benefit from taking a look at
Read Full PostMost marriages and primary relationships these days tend to focus more on expediency and structure than on substance and content. In a culture that
Read Full PostWhy Do We Mean by Commitment? What does the word commitment suggest? It usually evokes a strong sense of intention and focus. It typically is
Read Full PostI was recently having a conversation with a young man about his passion in certain sports. As we talked further it became very evident that he would
Read Full PostWe recently announced a new feature at A Shift of Mind called the Question of the Week. The following is my response to Louise, who wrote: "People
Read Full PostIn the previous post we looked at how dominant the motif of seeking to be right is in our culture. It is one of the most singular influences on our
Read Full PostOne of the most prevalent – and damaging – themes in our culture is the need to be right. It’s one of those essential memes that we take for
Read Full PostLearning to remain present and not get drawn into the right or wrong argument requires a willful intention to come out of the groove of an old habit.
Read Full PostWe take for granted that our words convey exactly what we intend them to. This is a particularly misinformed assumption. I have observed that upon
Read Full PostThe pursuit of our personal change process often results in frustration and struggle. As much as we may fantasize new visions for our life, we tend
Read Full PostThe experience of falling in love is altogether reminiscent of what in quantum physics is known as entanglement. In the microscopic realm once two
Read Full PostFear is a universal experience for virtually all of us. Perhaps there are a few exceptions to this rule, such as the Dalai Lama, but for the rest of
Read Full PostThe experience of falling in love is truly a thing of marvel. It’s a remarkable and incomparable feeling. Time seems altered and our senses become
Read Full PostOvercoming Anxiety A LIVE Interactive Videoconference Learn to turn your thoughts into your ally! 3 Wednesday evenings — 7:15-8:30 PM
Read Full PostSelf-worth, self-esteem. What do they really mean? Being rich, being popular, Great grades, being followed, Captain of the team Still
Read Full PostI find it troubling that our inclination toward criticizing one another, particularly in familial or committed partnerships, overwhelms our
Read Full PostI've been struck by how often our words fly by each other without any real sincerity to them. Have you noticed how punctuated and meaningless our
Read Full PostWhat does it mean for someone to be truly authentic? And how many people do you know actually fit that description? Do you feel that you’re
Read Full PostOne of the primary problems we encounter in our relationships is due to how we envision them. Conventional advice regarding relationships and
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