“Rewilding is largely a matter of humans getting out of the way and letting nature take charge.”—Graham Lawton“ It’s common knowledge that we are losing species and habitats at an unprecedented rate... Read more »
For many autistic individuals, injustice is not merely an intellectual disagreement. It is a visceral, physiological threat response. Current neurodivergent research identifies “justice sensitivity” as a core component of the autistic experience.... Read more »
When the scientific study of mind emerged in the 19th century, its founders faced a choice: what to call this new discipline? They chose psychology—from the Greek psyche. Not animology—from the Latin... Read more »
Most people feel if they do a good job, the work will be rewarded. Perhaps a promotion or salary bump. They’re wrong. The rules of career advancement have changed with the generations... Read more »
Co-authored by Asia Eaton, Ph.D. and Kate L. Long, ABD, OTR/L “We don’t have any people like that in the United States, do we?” This comment from someone I (Kate) truly respected... Read more »
While burnout and depression share symptoms like fatigue and cognitive impairment, they are conceptually distinct. Burnout is an occupational syndrome resulting from chronic workplace stress, whereas depression is a clinical mood disorder... Read more »
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 »