As people, we make mistakes all the time, but we tend to vary in the way we respond to it emotionally. Some of us feel embarrassed, angry or disappointed. Many of us feel guilt and/or shame but only few might know the differences between these two emotions. In order to tolerate, accept and learn from […]
Why do we even talk about New Year’s resolution?
“What’s your New Year’s resolution?” A common question asked in a family gathering, a work party or a social event. It’s a question that some have a very definite answer, where others refuse to come up with one. In their defense, the New Year’s resolution doesn’t have the best reputation. Often the number of people […]
How to cope with grief during Thanksgiving
Grief is a type of experience where no two people may respond the same way. This complicated and notably painful experience can be even more challenging during the holidays. As we come together to celebrate the Thanksgiving, it can be helpful to rely on some tools to protect and experience our grief while enjoying the […]
Finding your inspiration
When things get stressful and sometimes overbearing, we find comfort in things around us. Sometimes it’s a song or a picture that reminds us of our strength. It can also be a transitional object that belonged to a loved one or from a period in the past that made us happy. For me, it has […]
Why does it matter to feel our feelings?
In psychotherapy, often there are goals about emotions. In particular, finding ways to manage and reduce their destructiveness. Most avoid, repress or run away from their feelings. Learning how to manage our emotions and lead an emotionally friendly life lies in understanding and believing in the purpose of our emotions. Emotions exist for a reason. […]
Being Thankful & Practicing Gratitude
We often hear “be grateful for what you have,” “count your blessings,” and “there is so much to be thankful for.” While we believe there to be a truth in these phrases, it seems easier said than done. What are the barriers that prevent one from practicing gratitude? There could multiple explanations: gratitude like any […]
Trick or Treat
When we think of Halloween we typically think of scary movies, lively costumes or haunted houses. It’s a time where it is OK, maybe even a little fun, to be scared. This seems to be such a stark contrast to how we spend rest of our time. Many people expend tons of effort avoiding and […]
What is CBT?
CBT stands for Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy. Among its very effective tools, the fundamental principle of CBT proposes that our thoughts affect our emotions, which affect our behaviors. On a good day, it looks something like this: I think to myself “this isn’t that hard,” so I feel “confident,” “interested” and/or “able,” which motivates me to pursue […]
Keep Calm & Read on
I would like to share with you few books that are great additions to anyone’s library! These books have guided me in broadening my understanding of different issues as well as providing me with insight, strength, and hope. Hope you enjoy it! Happy Reading! The Gifts of Imperfection: Let Go of Who You Think You’re […]
5 Important Steps to Building Resilience
In order to live a happy life, one of the main ingredients is building and maintaining resilience. To define it, resilience is the ability to bounce back from a crises or turmoil. Most importantly, it is something that can be learned. Here are five skills to get you started in building resilience: Changing Perspective – […]
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