Naming Your Emotions: The Key to Understanding and Coping Have you ever felt overwhelmed by strong emotions that you just couldn't put a name to? Feelings of confusion, helplessness, and even fear can consume us and hold us back from moving forward in life. The good news is that there's a more effective way to [...]
Time Flies When You're Having Fun - Dopamine Time Perception Have you ever felt like time just slips away? Moments of deep joy, like traveling abroad or spending time with loved ones, seem to fly by, while mundane tasks drag on endlessly. This phenomenon, known as subjective time perception, isn't just a personal feeling but [...]
Hell is Other People: A Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Perspective The relationship between the person and society, social anxiety and self-image “Hell is other people” – who hasn’t felt this way at some point? This famous quote by Jean-Paul Sartre, the existentialist philosopher, has captivated us for decades. It raises profound questions about the relationship between [...]
Another Cup of Coffee: Caffeine - Between Energy and Addiction The Complex Relationship Between Your Daily Cup and Your Mind As a cognitive-behavioral therapist, I often encounter questions about the connection between coffee and mood. Coffee, with its caffeine content, is a morning staple for many, promising energy and alertness. But is it truly our [...]
Self-Gaslighting: How Emotions and Ego Distort Our Thinking Self-gaslighting is a phenomenon where we question our own reality, emotions, and memories. It's a process that occurs within our minds, where we believe the negative stories we tell ourselves, even if they aren't necessarily based on facts. The Role of the Negative Ego The ego, especially [...]
The Lost of Future Dimension of Trauma Survivors How Trauma, PTSD, and CPTSD Affect Our Perception of the Future "I felt like my future had been stolen from me. As if everything was stuck." This statement reflects the experiences of many trauma survivors, whether they've experienced a single traumatic event (PTSD) or prolonged trauma (CPTSD). [...]
Healing Trauma: Beyond Band-Aids Can "good things" heal a wounded soul? We all seek happiness. But what happens when a traumatic event leaves a deep scar? Can a dream vacation or a new purchase heal that wound? Let's understand why "good things" alone aren't enough and explore healthier ways to cope with trauma together. They [...]
In-Person vs. Online Therapy: Which is Better? Many people wonder: Which type of therapy is right for me – in-person at a clinic or online via Zoom? The answer is not straightforward and depends on a variety of individual factors. CBT and ACT: Keys to Change Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy [...]
Hope Molecules: The Magic of Movement Does physical activity really help deal with anxiety, depression and trauma? Do you know that physical activity can be the best natural remedy for anxiety, depression, and stress? Groundbreaking research reveals an amazing discovery: resistance training causes our bodies to produce special substances, called "hope molecules" or "myokines" by [...]
Are You Really Lazy? Have you ever caught yourself thinking, "I'm just lazy"? This self-doubt can plague many of us, making us question our motivation, abilities, and self-worth. But the truth may be more complex. The phrase, "I'm so lazy, I can't even..." is a common refrain in therapy sessions. Many people struggle with feelings [...]
