Being labeled as stubborn is common over the course of our lives; however, the reasons behind our stubborn behavior can vary and may have unique psychological drivers. It’s important to note that being stubborn isn’t always a bad thing—there are both beneficial and detrimental motives for stubbornness. It’s okay to…
Call it what you want–time management, project management, life management–our calendars are critically involved in achieving our goals. Timeboxing can help us get our work done by limiting the amount of time we spend on certain tasks, giving us a set time when we’re supposed to stop working. Alternatives to…
Spring cleaning is as much of a tradition as it seems to be a natural urge. With winter behind us, and sunny weather in the days ahead, it seems only right to create a spring cleaning checklist. Powering through our spring cleaning checklist can produce a variety of benefits, helping…
Solution-focused brief therapy is a highly effective, concentrated therapeutic method that helps clients identify the path forward when faced with life transitions, interpersonal issues, or emotional distress. Solution-focused approaches are ideal for those faced with anxiety, stress, minor depression, relationship issues, family conflict, or children with behavioral issues. The duration…
Time management is an essential skill for all of us, particularly for those with much to do. We only have 24 hours in a day, after all. There are times when you find yourself with a long to-do list wondering how you will get through all the tasks on the…
When you behave in a way that undermines your values, it’s called self-sabotage. People engage in self-sabotaging behaviors and thoughts for a variety of reasons, many of them coming back to self-esteem. You can stop self-sabotage and behavioral self-handicaps by taking a deep dive into your thinking patterns. The more…
A form of “mental dieting” known as dopamine fasting has quickly become popular with millenials. While it’s impossible to “fast” from a naturally occurring brain chemical, that doesn’t stop some people from trying. This strict practice aims to restore the brain’s natural flow of dopamine by restricting the dopamine faster’s…
Though the idea that each of us has a “reserve” of willpower is an attractive notion, current psychological research doesn’t put much stock in the idea. Psychologists are instead asking the question: Does willpower exist? Believing in willpower is part of ego depletion theory—the belief that without enough willpower, we…
Have you thought about your New Year’s resolutions yet? Maybe you want to stop eating out for every meal. Maybe you’ve got your sights set on joining a gym. Or, maybe you’re determined to finish writing that book you started a few years back. It’s great to have goals, and…
We want to help you set goals that yield real results. The shortcut is to set S.M.A.R.T. goals, or goals that are specific, measurable, attainable, relevant, and time bound. Let’s talk about each section. First, specific. Identify exactly what is expected and define the 5 w’s: Who is involved? What…
Those who are in loving relationships often enjoy Valentine’s Day, while single individuals pity themselves for, well, being single. If you fall into the latter group, you can break this cycle of feeling sad and lonely on Valentine’s Day by learning to love your solitude and also working toward finding…
Contrary to popular belief, January is not the only time to set and work towards your goals! You can and should be setting goals year-round. But it’s important you’re tackling them in an effective way, one that yields real results and leaves you feeling accomplished. Lakiesha Russell, a licensed professional…