Body dysmorphic disorder is a disorder that is in the same family as obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). However, for those that suffer from body dysmorphic disorder, there is a preoccupation with perceived physical flaws. The key word here is, “perceived”. In many cases, these perceived flaws are barely recognized or observed by others. Unfortunately, these perceived... Continue Reading →
Self-compassion is a fairly new phenomenon that I just recently learned about in one of my classes. After hearing about this concept that psychologist Dr. Kristin Neff coined, I decided to do some research to see what it is, how it works and benefits the person, and how it differs from self-esteem. Self-compassion, as Dr.... Continue Reading →
If you are reading this, you may have recently quit smoking, or are contemplating quitting smoking. In a separate blog, I outline the benefits of quitting smoking according to the timeline of the natural healing process of your body. I encourage you to read that blog as well, however, you may be wondering, “How do... Continue Reading →
This past holiday season, I had a very powerful experience. I was reminded how much of what we choose to focus on can influence our perspective. Now, this is something I know not only in theory, but internally. Over years of time and various encounters, I have come to understand that what I choose to... Continue Reading →
“She is so bipolar”, to describe a friend who has an outburst. “He is terribly OCD about things”, to describe a coworker who will not budge on the format of a project. “What are you, anorexic?”, when a family member declines a pastry that someone has made. These are all real statements I have... Continue Reading →
As a busy professional, I understand the struggle of trying to set work life aside during vacation. It can be challenging to disconnect from the demands of the office and truly relax. However, I have discovered a few strategies that have helped me make the most of my vacation time and create a healthy work-life... Continue Reading →
Hoarding is the act of collecting and acquiring things to an excessive degree, regardless of their actual value. However, this is not one’s abnormally large seashell collection or the cabinet full of plastic bags you continue to save from every grocery store trip for the past three years. Hoarding is a behavior that has the... Continue Reading →
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