What Vulnerable Narcissists Really Fear

Vulnerable narcissists, also known as covert narcissists, may not be as overtly obnoxious or arrogant as grandiose narcissists but possess their own unique set of unappealing...

Does Chilling Out Stress You Out?

Does going on vacation stress you out? You are not alone. I have a number of patients who have difficulty winding down. As one...

Stop Making Such a Big Deal About Going Back to School

Every August, the same ritual begins. Parents frantically Google "back-to-school anxiety tips." Schools send home preparation checklists. Mental health experts publish articles about the "inevitable"...

Forget Critical Thinking. It’s Critical Ignoring That Will Keep You Sane.

"I feel like I have too many tabs open in my brain," explained my friend. I can totally relate. At the end of the...

7 Ways to Check Your Phone Less and Live More

How much time do you spend on your phone a day? Be honest. Due to a combination of denial and genuine lack of awareness, most...

The Self-Control Secret No One is Talking About

With all the focus on strategies to resist the proverbial marshmallow and boost self-control, we may be missing something right under our noses. David...