Soft skills are personal and interpersonal competencies essential for successful living, including athletics. They are life skills that used to be a cornerstone of sports coaching. Not so much anymore… Many athletic... Read more »
The words we use affect how we feel and act. In this post we will review nine everyday substitutions you can use to make you stronger and more confident. 1. Instead of... Read more »
A few years ago, I started doing things that made some of my physician colleagues uncomfortable. I launched a candle company. I started posting on social media. I talked about one day... Read more »
When we think about professional success, we’re quick to link it to our own strengths. Get a raise? It’s because of your work ethic! Land a new title? You earned it! All... Read more »
On average, adults make approximately 35,000 daily decisions, largely based upon desires and, we hope, values as well. “Desire is boundless, infusing every aspect of our lives,” writes Jay Stringer in Desire:... Read more »
I felt really stuck after going through a painful break-up in my mid-20s. I was burnt out from my job as a jail counselor and felt very blah overall. After a few... Read more »
For many people with panic disorder and agoraphobia, facing anxiety-provoking situations like taking public transport or entering crowded spaces can feel overwhelming. Exposure therapy—where patients gradually confront these feared situations—is a cornerstone... Read more »
I remember it like it was yesterday. Freshman year basketball tryouts had gone surprisingly well. I completed every pass, sank a decent percentage of my free throws, and carved out a spot... Read more »
As a psychiatrist, I have the privilege of sitting front row in people’s lives. They share with me their hopes, wishes, and aspirations. A common theme I hear is the drive to... Read more »
Source: kieferpix/iStock Do you remember the moments your parents celebrated when you were growing up? Were they your small wins, your major milestones, or both? For me, those celebrated moments revolved around... Read more »