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Basho by Kinkoku Yokoi (1761-1832) By Toni Bernhard J.D. Learn to skillfully respond to the cognitive distortion of catastrophizing. Cognitive distortions are errors in thinking. The phrase refers to our irrational and exaggerated thoughts: thoughts that have no basis in fact, but which we believe anyway. These distorted thoughts then become the breeding ground for stressful emotions. The result is anxiety and the

When the road gets rocky, what do you do? By Kira M. Newman A mentor of mine recently passed away, and I was heartbroken—so I tried my best to avoid thinking about it. I didn’t even mention it to my family because I didn’t want those sad feelings to resurface. In other words, I took

The truth is: we don’t know much about what “will be.” Here are six mindfulness tips for going with the flow—rather than losing ourselves in the undertow. By Elaine Smookler Change comes whether we want it or not. If we can stay open and curious to an ever-new landscape of life’s possibilities, change can actually be the

By Margarita Tartakovsky Being a highly sensitive person (HSP) comes with gifts — such as greater empathy — and some challenges. For instance, HSPs tend to get overwhelmed by their environments. We’re bothered by everything from big crowds to bright lights. (In an earlier piece we shared five ways to navigate this overwhelm.) HSPs also are keenly

By Lindsay Holmes We should all make time to disconnect from our devices, but sometimes technology can be a beautiful tool. Most of us use our smartphones to chat with loved ones, check our email or as a crutch when we’re bored — but there’s a better way to harness the power of our screens.

By Lisa Firestone Ph.D Most of us are taught from an early age that being selfless is a good thing, and there are many proven benefits of altruism, to both our mental and physical well-being. However, sometimes the messaging we receive to be giving of ourselves, to push ourselves to the limit, be productive, and forgo

By Jordan Gaines Lewis, Ph.D. I sigh. A lot. And, I realize, it’s only when I feel discontent. I sigh when I’m frustrated by statistics and can’t make sense of the code on my computer screen. When I sit in class for three hours and daydream of all the productive things I could be doing.

By Tina Gilbertson, MA, LPC, Self-Esteem Topic Expert Contributor When your “get up and go” has “got up and left,” when there’s no more “pep” left in your step, sometimes the best thing you can do is just stop trying for a while. Moving forward feels great, but movement takes energy. When’s the last time you took a

By GoodTherapy.org Staff By nature, humans are emotional creatures. When things are going well, you are likely to experience positive emotions that often lead to increased motivation and productivity. However, in times of hardship or stress, it can be challenging to leave negative feelings at home and keep them from impacting your work. Whether you work in an

Article written by Psych Alive Like love, happiness is often treated like a physical object we must find and snatch up. Yet, also like love, happiness is something we are more likely to cultivate within ourselves than stumble upon in our wanderings. As the Dalai Lama said, “Happiness is not something ready made. It comes