The Serenity Prayer—How a single sentence brings peace, power, and perspective
The Serenity Prayer is a hidden gem for mental health. Let’s unpack its contents to see why…
“They probably think I’m an idiot”—How to stop mind-reading and improve self-esteem
People prone to mind reading often believe they are being judged, disliked, or criticized by others. By addressing the root causes of mind reading and building a more positive self-view, you can significantly improve various aspects of your life…
How to stop assuming the worst and bring balance to your thinking
Assuming the worst or “catastrophizing” is a thinking error where someone predicts negative outcomes without good evidence. Challenging these thoughts can bring balance to your thinking…
Two ways to stop negative thinking—thought challenging and thought acceptance
Negative thinking is a key component of mental health struggles like anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief. Psychologists offer two distinct ways of managing negative thoughts—challenging and accepting…
Struggling with anger? Remember P.E.A.C.E.
Anger is a natural emotion, but when it gets out of control, it can cause problems. P.E.A.C.E. encapsulates several powerful strategies designed to help you maintain calm and manage anger more effectively…
Feeling sad, mad, or worried? Remember S.T.O.P.P.
When you’re feeling distressed and want to find relief, remember to “S.T.O.P.P.” The S.T.O.P.P. skill combines five powerful tools into one, creating an effective way to reduce difficult emotions…
What is social anxiety?
Social anxiety is a feeling of fear or worry toward social situations in which the individual is concerned they will be criticized by others. While experiencing some social anxiety is normal, experiencing high amounts can keep us from living a fulfilling life…
Will my mental health get better on its own?
“Time heals all wounds,” as the saying goes, but is this really true? No, time by itself can’t fix problems. In fact, giving a problem time without making other changes can make things worse…
Have you ever thought about counseling?
In all of our lives, there are times when we could benefit from speaking to someone who truly listens, sees us with eyes of compassion, and isn’t interested in criticizing. Perhaps you’re in a time like that now…