A ‘Personal Organizer’ for your Mind
Therapists rub their professional shoulders against a plethora of other helpers and caregivers. Often in session I feel like a professional organizer as well as a therapist.
‘Responsibility’ at Psychology, Philosophy and Real Life, Page 13
The following articles are related to ‘Responsibility’ at Psychology, Philosophy and Real Life.
Time for Change
Clients give me all sorts of excuses for why they don’t reach their goals. One of the most popular is “I don’t have the time.” Lately, I’ve started believing them.
What is Your Life’s Velocity?
I’ve heard it said that life has two speeds: too fast and too slow. The harried workaholic and the perpetual slacker are both familiar archetypes in our culture.What factors differentiate the tortoises and the hares among us? How can we become more aware of these forces that drive us in order to get get more control of our own internal throttle?
Protecting the Children is Everyone’s Job, And Not Just at Penn State
We adults are supposed to be the responsible ones. We have a duty to protect those who are dependent upon us for their welfare. Ensuring the safety of our children is a duty we all share.
Shedding Some Light on the Shadow Side of Life
The human psyche has a darker side and, like Peter Pan, we would do well not to lose connection with that shadow. In order to be a better person, we need to acknowledge and ‘own’ those unconscious, repressed parts of self.
The War on Unfair
When clients feel they’ve been wronged, resentment, fear and anger are sure to follow. Working through these emotions, as well as the backlash against them, presents challenges for therapists and clients alike.
Defeating Disorganization in One Session
Here is the guidance I give my clients when they complain of confusion and disorganization in their lives.