Understanding Emotion Regulation: A Guide to Healthier Emotional Responses

Emotion regulation is managing and responding to emotional experiences healthily and effectively. It’s not about changing how you feel but how you respond to those feelings. This involves understanding your emotions,...

Being nice and helping others should result in better relationships.

However, did you know that being overly nice or too helpful can disconnect you from those you want to be close to?

I'm not suggesting that you stop being kind, but if you find yourself constantly putting others' needs above...

Getting caught up in trying to be who others want you to be is easy. But deep down, being genuine is how to feel truly fulfilled. I want to share some insights on what it means to live authentically, overcome challenges, and take real steps just to be you while staying true to your core beliefs.

As a psychologist, I often work with clients struggling in their relationships because of their habits of people-pleasing. This behavior, while well-intentioned, can actually do more harm than good in your relationships and personal well-being. 

Most people I work with didn't...

Setting boundaries is very important to maintaining healthy relationships and protecting your well-being. However, it can be particularly challenging in toxic relationships where the other person may react negatively or try to manipulate you into feeling guilty. Despite these difficulties,...

 "Our deepest Fear is not that we are inadequate. Our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure." – Marianne Williamson.

Fear can make us feel stuck. We don't try new things or share our true selves because we fear failure or judgment. But here's the truth: Fear is holding...