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Alfred Adler’s Way Out of Chronic Misery

Alfred Adler (1870-1937) was a psychiatrist, psychotherapist, and founder of the school of individual psychology. Although he was originally a member of Freud’s inner circle he broke with Freud over unbridgeable differences in theory. One of Adler’s most...

The Pre-Set Life vs. The Uncertain Path

Some children have their career chosen by their parents who groom them for it, fully expect them to go into it, and would express shock, grave disappointment, and anger should their child reject it. Well known examples are military officers, doctors, dentists,...

What Frida Kahlo Has to Teach Us

Friday Kahlo faced a host of traumas in her life. She had polio as a child. When she was 18 Frida was engaged in pre-med studies and expecting to be a medical doctor. That year, on her way home in a commuter bus, the bus was hit by a trolley car going full speed....

Managing Chronic Stress from Environmental Noise

During prehistory humans lived in a relatively quiet world free of frequent assaults by noise. Think of a place that was peaceful and punctuated only from noises like the rustling of the wind, babbling brooks, the ocean surf, the growls and cries of animals, thunder,...

THE NARCISSISTIC – EMPATHIC CONTINUUM

Are narcissism and empathy ego states or traits? If they are ego states not permanent traits that define individuals, they could fluctuate from time to time depending on changing circumstance. This would explain how one and the same person could sometimes be more...
Finding the Right Online Therapist: Tips and Considerations

Finding the Right Online Therapist: Tips and Considerations

In today’s digital age, online therapy has become a convenient and accessible option for those seeking mental health support. Whether you’re dealing with issues related to perfectionism, procrastination, or trauma, finding the right online therapist is...

How to Psychologically Survive Being Dumped

While social bonding in the form of a romantic relationship can contribute greatly to our overall well-being, getting dumped by your significant other often causes intense emotional pain. Studies show this pain goes beyond feeling things like sadness, emptiness,...

The Health and Emotional Benefits of a Daily Cold Shower

Although there is not a huge amount of research on the somatic effects of a cold shower a day, there is some research indicating it increases endorphins, energy, and immune function. I can say from personal experience that it increases my arousal and alertness beyond...