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My goal in beginning this blog is to answer some of the questions that people have about mental health and illness, wellness, personality, emotions, and relationships. If you have a question about human psychology, send me an email! I may answer your question in a future blog.
Why Emotions Matter: Understanding the Science of Feeling
Do You Often Avoid Emotions?
Many people find emotions uncomfortable—especially the ones that make us feel exposed, uncertain, or out of control. It's common to want to push them away, distract ourselves, or “stay strong” by keeping feelings buried. While that might seem helpful in the short term, consistently avoiding emotions can have unintended effects on mental and physical health, relationships, and overall well-being.
This post explains why we have emotions, what happens when we avoid them, and how learning to experience emotions more openly can support mental health.
Exploring the Synergy: Combining Therapy and Medication in Treating Depression
Exploring the Synergy: Combining Therapy and Medication in Treating Depression
Navigating Through the Waves of Grief: Understanding and Progressing After Losing a Loved One
Navigating Through the Waves of Grief: Understanding and Progressing After Losing a Loved One
Redefining Self-Worth After Retirement: A Guide to Thriving Beyond the Workplace
Redefining Self-Worth After Retirement: A Guide to Thriving Beyond the Workplace
Navigating Through the February Blues: Boosting Mood and Motivation
Navigating Through the February Blues: Boosting Mood and Motivation
Together in Healing: How Families Can Support a Loved One's Journey Through Mental Illness
Together in Healing: How Families Can Support a Loved One's Journey Through Mental Illness
Understanding and Managing Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD): A Comprehensive Guide
Understanding and Managing Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD): A Comprehensive Guide
Positive Mental Health Affirmations: A Daily Dose of Self-Care: Embracing Positivity, One Thought at a Time
Positive Mental Health Affirmations: A Daily Dose of Self-Care: Embracing Positivity, One Thought at a Time
The Healing Paw: Understanding the Role of Therapy Dogs in Mental Health
The Healing Paw: Understanding the Role of Therapy Dogs in Mental Health
Mental Health: Understanding the Spectrum from Normal to Not
Mental Health: Understanding the Spectrum from Normal to Not
Strategies to manage stress during the holidays
Strategies to manage stress during the holidays
