What’s being referred to as “Shrekking” on social media may seem a little ogre the top. It’s the practice of purposely dating down—meaning dating someone whom you consider below your standards—so that... Read more »
Can a computer program teach the depressed brain to pick up emotional cues – and does that shift ease the weight of depression? Key Points People with depression often struggle to recognize... Read more »
How well we do in love and life depends on our conditioned responses to pain, distress, and discomfort, and whether we blame, deny, and avoid or try to improve and grow. Blame,... Read more »
Can the way we process emotions change how we literally see the world? Key Points Rumination makes attention zoom in on details, at the expense of the bigger picture. Acceptance helps loosen... Read more »
Concrete steps college students can take to prepare for the impact of AI on fields and industries. Source link Read more »
Imagine finally carving out time for a calming yoga class to help your depression – only to find yourself feeling more irritable, overwhelmed, and restless than before. You’re not alone. For many... Read more »
“I can’t fall asleep without a glass of wine.” Can you relate? As a sober therapist who quit alcohol after drinking to fall asleep for over a decade, I completely understand. Worrying... Read more »
Imagine scrolling Instagram and seeing a therapist’s reel titled: “3 Ways to Calm Your Nervous System.” It’s calming, relatable, even life-changing—for you. But for the person behind the post, it may also... Read more »
We’re all wired for connection, and we’re driven to find meaning. These aren’t flaws, they are essential survival traits. Source link Read more »
How our past rewrites the script of daily emotions—turning even small moments into amplified highs or unexpected lows. Key Points Adults with adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) often react more strongly to both... Read more »