A Case for Sweeping Negative Emotions Under the Rug
Suppressing negative thoughts might improve mental health. This isn’t a typo. Nor is it a lingering belief from my WASPY upbringing. It’s the findings of a new...
The Perils of Certitude and the Joy of Being Wrong
While it might be human to make mistakes, we are often reluctant to admit to them. When it comes to taking responsibility, we waffle, come...
3 Phrases to Use More of in 2024 and 1 to Use Less
Words hold power. The more we talk about what inspires us, the more inspired we become. The more we talk about what diminishes us,...
8 Ways to Make Meaningful Small Talk
Does the thought of making small talk fill you with dread? You’re not alone. Most people dislike idle chitchat because it feels fake and...
Don’t Get Your Tinsel in a Tangle — 8 Ways to Dial Down Holiday...
For as long as I have been practicing psychiatry, helping patients navigate the stress of the holidays has been a primary focus during the...
The Secret Sauce of Gratitude: Look for the Gift Behind the Gift
Before my kids could even talk, I was telling them to say thank you. I must have sounded like a broken record.
🗣️ Say thank...