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Anxiety

The Dear Abby Approach to Problem Solving

July 19, 2009

Are you the kind of person that others call when they need advice? Do you pride yourself on your compassion and smarts when it comes to aiding others but can’t seem to use your loving wisdom when it comes to your problems? Here is a simple game that will enable you to be your own [...]

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How to Turn Life’s Lemons into Lemonade

May 31, 2009

Most of us have heard the old saying, “If life gives you lemons, make lemonade.” This sounds cute, but how many of us really do it? Most of the time when something happens in my life that sucks, I complain and feel miserable. I used to let the list of injustices or terrible experiences build [...]

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How to Heal the Emotional Scars of Scary Moments – Part 2

February 13, 2009

Last week I accompanied a dear friend to the doctor to lend support while she had an invasive diagnostic procedure. She was very anxious. I was allowed to be in the room with her while she waited for the doctor, and I did a gentle relaxation exercise with her.  Then I asked her to use [...]

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Three Simple Ways to Release Stress

May 9, 2008

We are now living in very stressful times. War, global warming and economic disasters plague us. Yet, most of our stress arises from our negative thoughts and beliefs. We tend to think that what we think is the truth. What if it isn’t? If your thoughts are making you depressed or stressed try these three [...]

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What’s The World Coming To!

April 7, 2008

One of the most common reasons people come to see me for psychotherapy is to eliminate fears. Fear of flying is one of the most widespread. Fear of needles keeps many people from going to the doctor or dentist, and many women avoid mammograms. Nevertheless, ever since 9/11 I have been counseling people who are [...]

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When Talking To Yourself Out Loud Helps

March 20, 2008

Did you ever have a problem or emotion that was so upsetting you wanted to call your best friend because you needed a friendly ear? But what happens if no one answers? You are stuck with your feelings and misery. I have invented a simple activity to help you help yourself when you feel this [...]

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How To Just Get Over It

February 27, 2008

Many people work with me to overcome the after effects of traumas like rape, auto accidents, childhood abuse, war experiences, etc. These terrifying, often life threatening events leave them with what is called Post Traumatic Stress. They can’t stop reliving what happened, often have nightmares, and develop other fears. I also see people who suffer [...]

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Eliminate Anxiety In Minutes and Ace That Exam!

March 9, 2006

Most of us feel anxious when confronting exams. It doesn’t matter whether it is a driving test, a professional license exam or a midterm or final in school. Some of us handle it well, while others become so frazzled that it is hard to think or remember what we worked so hard to study. I [...]

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