“... if a person makes the error of identifying self with his work (rather than with the internal virtues that make the work possible), if self-esteem is tied primarily to accomplishments, success, income, or being a good family provider, the danger is that economic circumstances beyond the individual’s control may lead to the failure of … Continue reading The Illusion of Finding Worth in our Work
Reassessing Medication’s role in anxiety
A study by Frick, et al. recently revealed that individuals with social anxiety experience increased levels of Serotonin in the brain, evidence that runs contrary to current understandings and treatment of anxiety. Traditionally, individuals who report for anxiety issues and request medication are often given SSRI's, drugs which (through a complicated process) increase the brain's … Continue reading Reassessing Medication’s role in anxiety
Separating from Service [Book Review]
https://www.amazon.com/Separating-Service-Handbook-Transitioning-Veterans/dp/1733514708/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=separating+from+service&qid=1560729588&s=gateway&sr=8-2 I should begin by noting that the author is a friend I know in the community. Also, while I have known many service members, I am not one nor one formerly. This is actually why I appreciated having the opportunity to read Eric’s book and learn more about the challenges of returning to civilian … Continue reading Separating from Service [Book Review]
New molecules reverse memory loss linked to depression, aging
"New therapeutic molecules developed at Toronto's Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) show promise in reversing the memory loss linked to depression and aging.These molecules not only rapidly improve symptoms, but remarkably, also appear to renew the underlying brain impairments causing memory loss in preclinical models." Check out the article here. Being a person … Continue reading New molecules reverse memory loss linked to depression, aging
Friends and Flatterers
Be advised that all flatterers live at the expense of those who listen to them. -Jean de La Fontaine A consideration many don't tend to make as high of a priority as we probably should, is determining whether a person we call "friend" is actually embodying the greater good of friendship. What is that greater … Continue reading Friends and Flatterers
Something Soothing [to see]
NASA has released thousands of images of Mars from their recent missions. Some are augmented in simple yet dynamic ways to show certain aspects of the geography. It would be lovely to see a show of these printed on large canvases. NASA Mars Exploration Image Gallery
De-escalation: How to talk someone down
In life, as in everything, there are going to be moments we aren't prepared for. Live long enough and you'll likely encounter a moment when you need to intervene with a friend or stranger who is rapidly losing control of their mental and emotional center. Picture it: You're leaving a party with a group of … Continue reading De-escalation: How to talk someone down
Emotion Focused Therapy
I'm back in my hometown (Dallas FortWorth) this week to attend a training seminar on EFT, or Emotion Focused Therapy. With a growing base of research and population of practitioners all over the world, EFT is fast becoming a preferred methodology for working with relationships. EFT functions on the premise that human emotions are connected … Continue reading Emotion Focused Therapy
Book Corner: The Six Pillars of Self Esteem
Straightforward, well researched, and comes with practical interventions a person can begin using right away to help themselves grow in their awareness of the self esteem. Nathaniel Brandon does an excellent job of discussing not just Self Esteem, but its associated components, such as Self Efficacy and Assertiveness. In this text he unpacks these different … Continue reading Book Corner: The Six Pillars of Self Esteem
Caturday
I created an instagram for my cat some time ago. Sure, yes, get it out of your system. I understand. I'll wait. Okay, so now that you're done laughing at me, did you know that a study of 7000 participants revealed that looking at cats online has been correlated with increased ability to regulate emotions, … Continue reading Caturday
