As a life-long survivor of severe bipolar disorder, I’ve learned to navigate the shoals of mental illness with some degree of dexterity. I protect my mental health the way I’d guard a... Read more »
The “Authenticity Anchor” That Prevents Insecurity From Ruining Your Connection Many people feel trapped behind a “brave face” when they enter a new relationship. They worry that if they reveal their true... Read more »
When parents of adult children contact me for coaching, one thing they often say is something like, “Dr. Jeff, I feel taken advantage of. But then I feel guilty for feeling that... Read more »
Anxiety originates from a complex interplay of evolutionary survival mechanisms, physiological states, early developmental experiences, and cognitive habits. It is fundamentally a natural threat response designed to keep us safe, but it... Read more »
Science is a means to an end. Good science provides useful guidance for how we may best conduct our lives. It does so by following the evidence to build a knowledge base... Read more »
Establishing clear boundaries and standards is the primary method for influencing how others perceive and treat you in a relationship. Relationships often struggle not from a lack of love, but because partners... Read more »
This weekend, I watched CBS Sunday Morning, which featured an interview with singer-songwriter Jeff Tweedy. In the interview, Tweedy dropped a line that’s been echoing in my head, “Do not postpone happiness.”... Read more »
To reduce anxiety immediately, you must physically demonstrate to your nervous system that you are not under immediate threat. Here are the most effective, science-backed strategies to lower anxiety right now: 1.... Read more »
Though I’m increasingly aware that it ages me, I have an admission: I’m a Facebook user. I know it’s not the trendiest social media outlet, but like anyone else, I’m a product... Read more »
Short-form videos have become one of the dominant ways young people engage with social media. These are clips lasting seconds up to a few minutes, driven by personalized algorithms that are deeply... Read more »