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Have you ever promised something, not delivered, and found yourself apologizing, a lot? Or taken on a project and found yourself hanging onto the ledge of this wasn't what I expected? In this …
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(This is a Christmas centered article. Please substitute whatever ritualistic holiday/family gathering makes sense to you.) Do you struggle with the holiday season? I do. I feel conflicted about …
Did you read it? Part One, I mean. If you haven't, you might want to take a few moments to look now. But it doesn't matter if you don't. Even though I think you'll enjoy it. See how bossy I'm not …
Ever wanted to punch a positivity junkie in the head? Me neither. That would be mean. But I can see why you might be tempted. In 2000, the American Psychologist, devoted its millennial issue to …
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Have you met Dr Amy Johnson? Amy is one of my favorite psychologists. I spoke to her last week. We talked about all sorts, including: Why a lot of traditional self help can leave you feeling …
I am constantly challenged by email. On the one hand, I love it! I am subscribed to all sorts of interesting people. Almost everything I learn online comes to me through email. I love hearing …
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Anger is a curious thing. We all know what it's like to feel annoyed with someone close to us. To have the ensuing conversation "not go well." Or to do or say things we regret. We never want …
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Something big happened recently. So big it made me cry. Was I crying because my cat died, or because someone yelled at me or I stubbed my toe? No. No. And no. I was crying because I'd …
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Do you ever feel anxious or scattered or in some way disconnected from yourself? Do you have a tendency to over-think things and find yourself caught up in knots, unsure what to do next? It happens …
(This article is by Dr Amy Johnson) I don’t believe there are mean people. There are wounded people who appear mean. And there are insecure people who appear mean. And yet, it’s not like I …
