Recognizing feelings and knowing what gets in the way of feeling are central to most models of psychotherapy. When we can become aware of our defenses against feeling, we see that we are protecting ...
If you’re a parent or guardian, you’ve heard about the importance of respecting your child’s feelings. Teaching our kids can help them work through the negative emotions they experience as they grow ...
On the surface, salary negotiations seem to be about money and benefits, and most of us approach them that way. We limit ourselves to thinking about what we want in terms of dollars, perks, and ...
Daily life can evoke painful emotions. News of war can bring out sadness; climate change disasters can trigger fear. A squabble with a partner or a misunderstanding at work can unleash anger. Knowing ...
It's common to think of your emotions and feelings as synonymous. They can often feel like the same thing, but there is an important difference. Knowing the difference can help you make smarter ...
It's 9 a.m. and your to-do list is a mile long. Before you tackle it, your partner criticizes you, and your teen greets you with an eye roll. Meanwhile, you see a news clip about war or politics that ...