Spot a Narcissist (Before You Marry, Hire, Date, or Befriend One) By Asking These...
Healthy narcissism is real. So is toxic narcissism. Ask these two revealing questions to spot the difference.
Hands down, narcissism is the psychological disorder I...
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"...
A Cure for Popcorn Brain
“I feel so scattered,” explained Ava. Like many people I know, my patient Ava was having a hard time focusing. “I open my phone...
Forget Bed Rotting—There’s a Better Way to Recharge
“Take it easy for a few days.” My doctor’s instructions were straightforward. I had just had a lumbar puncture and was supposed to chill...
Thinking Positively Won’t Get You Closer to Your Goals
Thinking positive thoughts or wishing for good things to happen is unlikely to lead to constructive change or transformation. As I write about in...
Are You Running on Empty? 4 Signs It’s Time to Recharge
Does panic set in when the battery on your cellphone is low? People go to extraordinary lengths to recharge their battery. Last summer, a...