I often ask my clients to write things in a journal. I had recently written about the benefits of Gratitude Journaling. This article describes how you can overcome your erroneous thinking pattern and negative emotions using what is known as Cognitive Journaling. Why does writing about your thought and emotions help? Most of us have […]
What is Cognitive Journaling? Using the ABC model in your daily writing. Read More »
Every intimate relationship goes through its ups and down. It is a part of the two individuals involved being human. For the majority, intimate relationships are very important and significantly influence their overall health and well-being. Intimate relationships that are fulfilling can bring enjoyment and social support and be a buffer against the effects of
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CBT for OCD was recently helpful for Sushma, who would often get late for meetings because she spent too much time repeatedly checking if all the electrical appliances were turned off, the gas was turned off, and then repeatedly locking and unlocking doors to ensure they were indeed secure. This article describes what OCD is
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The idea that our thoughts have an impact on our emotions and behaviors is the foundation of CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy). One core tenet of CBT is that unpleasant feelings are greatly influenced by our thoughts about a situation rather than the situation itself. CBT is very effective for children with anxiety. As beneficial as
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Clients who have benefited from CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) often ask me how they can introduce CBT techniques to their children. Indeed if children become aware that thoughts influence their emotions and behaviors and can manage their thought patterns, it can help them greatly. Especially if they can be taught how a particular way of
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You’ll get over it! Don’t be so negative. Think happy thoughts! It could be worse. Failure is not an option. Positive vibes only. We have all heard these, and such words are generally well-intentioned—people often don’t know what else to say or how to express empathy. Nonetheless, it is critical to note that these reactions
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You probably know a person with High Functioning Anxiety, just that to you, they are known as successful, overachiever, or even a perfectionist. TheDiagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5), the prevailing book of guidelines for mental health diagnoses, does not recognize High Functioning Anxiety as an official clinical diagnosis. Nonetheless, this article attempts to
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Unfortunately, stress is an unavoidable part of life. Everyone suffers stress at some point in their lives. Physical, mental, and other forms of stress all impact our minds and bodies. That is why sleep is so vital. Sleep is a powerful antidote to stress. Sleep is used by our bodies and mind to heal and
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Anxiety is a feature, not a bug! Anxiety can save a life. Anxiety evolved as a protective mechanism to alert us to danger; thus, it is good to have a “healthy dose of worry” in our life. But unfortunately, it is very common to see anxiety manifest in an excessive, unhealthy, and dysfunctional manner. Or,
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Relationships are a source of both joy and pain. Relationships are about connecting with others. They are a means to achieve specific goals. At the same time, we live in a society that celebrates freedom, independence, and individuality. If you think about it, all those things require boundaries. Unfortunately, boundaries are not always easy to
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