At their peak, religion and psychotherapy become one. – Marianne Williamson When we were both in graduate school, I asked a friend of mine to tell me about his religion. He said... Read more »
Jaredd Craig / Unsplash There are two different types of bibliotherapy. This article discusses clinical bibliotherapy. For developmental bibliotherapy (using stories to support children’s common social and emotional needs such as conflict... Read more »
Source: Mountain Highland / StockSnap This year, Harvard University inaugurated the Thich Nhat Hanh Center for Mindfulness in Public Health with a $25 million budget and a mission to pursue, among other... Read more »
Source: Glenn Carstens-Peters/Unsplash We’ve all been there. After a rough day at work, you rush home to work on a to-do list that feels insurmountable. Loved ones want your attention because they... Read more »
Source: mikoto raw Photographer/Pexels Go on, admit it! You refresh your social media feed like you’re expecting either a winning lottery number or an IRS audit notice. You binge-watch like you’re training... Read more »
Ayurveda, an ancient Indian traditional medicine, emphasizes the importance of understanding human nature, considering the individual as central, and recognizing the interconnectedness of the body and mind. One of Ayurveda’s key concepts... Read more »
Resilience and behavioral adaptability as critical element Older adults’ mental well-being and quality of life (QoL) may be jeopardized by various age-related challenges and transitions (e.g., loss of spouse or functional abilities) if... Read more »
Mindfulness in Nature Source: dreamstime_m_75404442 The mindfulness style of meditation relaxes attention, leading to a more open, spacious sort of awareness. While many programs and authors are currently using the term mindfulness... Read more »
What Is Mindfulness? The mindfulness style of meditation relaxes attention, leading to a more open, spacious sort of awareness. While many programs and authors are currently using the term mindfulness as an... Read more »
Compassionate Self-Expression by Josh Bartok with permission Both psychological science (e.g., Neff 2023) and the world’s wisdom traditions point to self-compassion as an important source of equanimity and wellness. Although people often... Read more »
Compassionate Self-Expression by Josh Bartok with permission Both psychological science (e.g., Neff 2023) and the world’s wisdom traditions point to self-compassion as an important source of equanimity and wellness. Although people often... Read more »
Compassionate Self-Expression by Josh Bartok with permission Both psychological science (e.g., Neff 2023) and the world’s wisdom traditions point to self-compassion as an important source of equanimity and wellness. Although people often... Read more »
Design This study is a two-arm randomised, wait-list controlled trial with ethical approval from the local medical-ethical committee (METC Oost-Nederland), see Fig. 1. Participants are randomised into a treatment and a wait-list control... Read more »
The power of positive thinking is a well-known concept in the field of self-help and personal development. It is based on the idea that if you think positively, you will attract positive... Read more »
Self-help is a booming industry, with countless books, websites, and seminars promising to help individuals improve their lives. But why do people seek out self-help in the first place? What motivates individuals... Read more »
Source: Pixabay/sasint If you’re suffering with low mood, you might decide to seek out a formal treatment such as counselling or cognitive-behavioural therapy. But this can take time, and motivation, to organize;... Read more »
Sundry Photography/Shutterstock In exploring the myriad factors influencing human behavior and overall well-being, psychology has unveiled the pivotal role of conscientiousness, a personality trait captured within the widely accepted Five Factor Model... Read more »
Source: Pixabay/sasint If you’re suffering with low mood, you might decide to seek out a formal treatment such as counselling or cognitive-behavioural therapy. But this can take time, and motivation, to organize;... Read more »
Source: Annie Spratt/Unsplash Empathy, the ability to emotionally understand and feel what others experience, has been identified as a critical skill in a variety of settings such as leadership, healthcare, and education.... Read more »
Self-help is a booming industry. From books to seminars and life coaches, people are constantly searching for ways to improve themselves. But what is it about personal growth that is so appealing?... Read more »
Self-help has become a buzzword in contemporary society. From books to podcasts to seminars, the self-help industry has exploded in recent years, offering individuals advice on how to improve themselves and their... Read more »
Self-improvement is a popular topic these days, with countless books, podcasts, and seminars dedicated to helping people become their best selves. But what exactly is self-improvement, and how does it work? At... Read more »
As the definition suggests, Psychology is the scientific study of the human mind and behaviour, which means it is important to stay in touch with it to excel in every aspect of... Read more »
Self-help is a term that has become increasingly popular in recent years. More and more people are turning to self-help books, podcasts, and workshops to improve their lives. But what is self-help,... Read more »
Each year, 40 million Americans suffer from migraine. Migraine is a neurological disease where people experience sudden attacks of severe head pain and nausea, during which normal sensations—light, smell, sound—are very painful.... Read more »