Of the four, contempt, expressed through mockery, eye-rolling, sarcasm, or superiority, was found to be the single strongest predictor of divorce. The danger of contempt is that it shifts the dynamic.
Neurodivergent individuals have sometimes been unfairly judged as having less emotional intelligence; however, a revamping of the criteria to be more inclusive is merited.
If you're feeling confused and dismayed by your experience with an intimate partner, you might be experiencing coercive control.
Great leaders understand that one size does not fit all when it comes to supporting their employees. They focus on finding solutions that are tailored to the person!
Neglectful narcissism looks calm while shifting work onto others. Learn to spot omissions, how comfort-entitlement drives them, and what real, sustained repair requires.
A recent court case raises the question of whether psychotherapy is protected speech. This question requires us to reflect on the definition and aim of psychotherapy itself.
The experience of a parental suicide can foster feelings of shame and guilt within a child, worsening their mental health and tripling the likelihood of death by suicide.
Becoming your best self is a lifelong journey characterized by self-discovery, growth, resilience, and authenticity. Embrace the process, learn from challenges, celebrate progress, and stay committed ...
We spend our lives waiting for “real life” to begin. This piece explores why we keep deferring joy, how our brains fuel the illusion of “later,” and how to start living now.
There’s a whole world out there you didn’t have time for while on the job. What will you make of this unique chapter?
What happens when “family first” puts your mental health last? Learn why your therapist may not discourage your choice to seek family estrangement.
Too often, couples settle for unresolved issues in their relationships. They easily expect love to deepen their emotional intimacy without interrupting dysfunctional patterns.