How Relationships Die: Conflict, Communication and Motivations
Relationships rarely go from hero to zero overnight. Rather, they die a death of a thousand cuts.
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“Why Do You Do That?!” The Root Causes of Odd Behavior
Here are six puzzling or frustrating types of behaviors, and what might lead people into these patterns.
Borrowing Happiness From Tomorrow: The Trap of Addictive Behaviors
Drinking today gives us a hangover, anxiety or shame tomorrow. It's similar for any addictive behavior.
The Myths of Psychotherapy
The biggest Psychotherapy Conference in the world showcased what works — but also the myths that still drive the profession.
Life Is Like A Three Legged Stool: Work, Love and Friendship
Money, power, fame and material possessions are false gods. Building a balanced life requires other things.
Changing Views, Changing Problems: How Re-Framing Makes Us Feel Better
Sometimes it feels there’s no solution to our problems. But we don’t have to solve those problems in order to feel better.
I’ve Never Cured Anybody: How Change Happens in Psychotherapy
Seeing a psychotherapist for the first time can be intimidating, especially if you don’t know what to expect or how it works.
“It’s Not My Fault!” Blame, Responsibility and Mental Health
Emotional problems might not be our fault. But they're our responsibility to fix.
You Get The Behavior You Tolerate
We try hard to change our partner’s annoying behavior — but the reason we fail is because we’re actually tolerating that behavior.
Why Celebrities Commit Suicide
The suicides of the rich and famous stun us: they seem to have had lives that many would envy. Here’s the dark side of celebrity life.
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