Why Imposter Syndrome is Holding You Back
Many successful people are overachievers. At some point in their lives, most experience some symptoms of impostor syndrome. Several factors can contribute to this feeling, including upbringing and personality traits. Understanding more about impostor syndrome is the first step to overcoming it.
Are Video Games Inherently Bad or a Convenient Scapegoat?
Are video games responsible for violence? Do they make you aggressive? Are there any benefits for video games? Should I let my children play?
How to Rekindle the Spark in Long-Term Relationships
"Why don't I feel in love anymore?"
"Is my relationship missing something?"
"Would I be better if I ended my relationship?"
The Art of Mindfulness in Parenthood
Mindfulness has been found to improve mental and physical health. It reduces stress and even increases overall happiness. It helps parents stay in the moment, appreciate time with their children, and creates stronger memories.
Parentification's Devastating Consequences on Childhood
Trauma is intergenerational. Parentification often gets passed down from one generation to the next. The earlier it begins and the longer it lasts, the more detrimental it is to the child.
Grow Your Toolbox With Healthy Coping Skills
Both healthy and unhealthy coping skills offer relief. But, unhealthy coping mechanisms tend to only provide temporary relief and they can be detrimental in the long run. They can lead to a toxic cycle of dependency since the key issues don't get resolved.
When Unhealthy Coping Skills No Longer Serve You
Both healthy and unhealthy coping skills can offer temporary relief from our problems. Unhealthy coping skills are like a heavy suit of armor that lets us hide from the issues or shield us temporarily from the fallout. Using this suit of armor is exhausting and never fully addresses the key issue.
A Holistic Healing Approach to Transforming Your Life
Therapy is not a cure-all. To have the best results that last the longest, healing needs a holistic approach. This means ensuring that you are taking care of your physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, and social health.
The Pink Orgasm Tax: End Orgasm Inequality
During sexual intimacy with a partner, 95% of heterosexual men report usually or always orgasming. For lesbian women, the rates are 86% and for heterosexual women, it is only 65%.
How I Protect My Children Against Sexual Assault
As a parent, the idea of harm falling onto my children is terrifying. It is a fear that keeps me up at night. As a Forensic Psychologist, I see the dark side of humanity. With my experience, I'm using these methods to protect them from sexual assault.
