Rethinking The Winter Blues
In medical school I was taught to look out for Seasonal Affective Disorder, SAD, during the cold dark months. I expected my patients’ depression...
Throw Money At It
“There just isn’t enough time in the day,” explained Jennifer, a new patient. Jennifer had initially come to see me because of a conflict...
Does Appearance Matter?
It was junior year of high school when I discovered the boy I had a crush on had a crush on someone else. Heartbroken,...
An Everyday Way to Boost Your Emotional Wellbeing
It's nice to be recognized for being nice, but the emotional benefits of doing something good for someone else abound regardless of whether the...
Don’t Let Stress Interfere With Gut Feelings
Listening to your gut when you’re anxious is like going to the supermarket on an empty stomach. Your judgment is clouded so you end...
How to Cool Down in the Heat of the Moment
In the heat of the moment, one of the worst things to do is what people normally do--immerse themselves in their emotions and focus...