The Ultimate Guide to LGBTQ+ Books of 2025: 7 Must-Read Picks That Define Queer Literature Last updated: August 2025 | Reading time: 8 minutes Quick Answer: The best LGBTQ+ books of 2025 include Ronen Dancziger's transformative therapy guide for mental wellness, V.E. Schwab's gripping sapphic vampire epic, and powerful works from trans and nonbinary authors [...]
7 Best Burnout Recovery Books for 2025: Expert Picks The Therapist-Curated Reading List to Beat Burnout. Burnout is not just being tired; it is emotional, physical, and mental exhaustion that steals your spark. Whether you are drowning in work stress, caregiver fatigue, or simply running on empty, these seven books offer proven strategies to reclaim [...]
7 Must-Read Neurodiversity Books for 2025 The conversation around neurodiversity is blooming, and 2025 is bringing a fresh wave of books that amplify real voices, shatter outdated stereotypes, and share tools for thriving. Whether you are neurodivergent, supporting a loved one, or a professional in the field, these seven titles are your guide to understanding [...]
Does People-Pleasing and Inauthenticity Make Us Sick? The connection between behavioral patterns like people-pleasing and inauthenticity and health status is a subject of great importance in psychotherapy and mental health. In this post, we will examine this complex connection, referring to research and clinical insights, and offer therapeutic tools for effective coping. We all want [...]
Magnesium: A Small Mineral, A Big Impact on Anxiety, Cognition, and Quality of Life As a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist (CBT/ACT) with a Process-Based Therapy (PBT) approach, I encounter many individuals in my practice facing various challenges: anxiety, depression, stress, feelings of stuckness, procrastination, and even self-destructive behaviors. Sometimes, the solution lies in unexpected places. Today, [...]
The Complete Guide for Beginners: From First Contact to the First Date How to Survive (and Enjoy) Opening a Conversation and the First Meeting John is frustrated. He's been single for a long time, and he's actually seen a few girls he really liked. But again, he couldn't bring himself to start a conversation with [...]
Healing from Childhood Trauma Mending Open Wounds Childhood traumas, even those experienced many years ago, leave unhealed wounds on the psyche. As children, we lack the tools to cope with these difficult experiences. A lack of critical thinking, limited emotional resilience, and undeveloped self-compassion make us particularly vulnerable. As adults, however, we can take responsibility [...]
The Attachment to Self-Identity Are You Living Your Life? Have you ever felt like you're living someone else's life? As if you're playing a role in a script that someone else wrote? The attachment to a self-identity that isn't truly our own can be a limiting factor in our lives. This post explores the concept [...]
The Wonders of the Mind-Body Connection: Mindfulness and Psycho-Neuro-Motor Activity Psychomotorics Have you ever wondered how a negative thought can manifest as a physical ailment, or how a simple movement can dramatically alter your mood? The answer lies in the intricate interplay between the mind and body—a connection that neuroscience has been diligently exploring for [...]
Monk Mode The Monk's Path to Growth Monk Mode is a powerful tool that can significantly boost your efficiency, productivity, and overall quality of life. It's an approach where we choose to temporarily disconnect from the distractions of the outside world and dedicate our full attention to a specific goal. Similar to a secluded monk, [...]
