Want to decrease the amount of time you spend worrying? Schedule “worry time.” It may sound counterintuitive, but employing this cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) tool can help you develop... Read More...
In the field of Buddhist psychology and mindfulness-based psychotherapy, there’s a simple, but powerful tool known by the acronym RAIN (Recognize, Accept, Investigate, Non-Identify). By fostering... Read More...
Feeling down? Studies show that an increase in activity can increase happiness, and reduce depressive symptoms. Using a an Activity Log is one type of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT)... Read More...
This post explains how anger is a secondary emotion. By understanding the roots of anger – that is, the primary emotions fueling it – people can more effectively address its... Read More...
Worry doesn’t really serve a useful purpose, even though just about every human being spends time in this place, probably more than they would like. While there are many ways to work with... Read More...
The term Cognitive Distortion comes from the theory of cognitive-behavioral therapy – one of the more widely studied and effective forms of talk therapy. A cognitive distortion refers to... Read More...
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As referenced in other material on healthypsych, “cognitive distortions” refer to biased ways we humans think about ourselves and others. The term has its origins in cognitive-behavioral... Read More...
Taking a “time-out” is a classic, anger management tool (but it can also be applied to any other heightened emotional state). It sounds simple – and it is on an…
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Assertiveness is communication and behavior that is respectful to all parties involved. That is the definition of assertiveness at its simplest level. Continue reading this blog post to learn... Read More...
