We now think that it's wrong to be mean to other people in all parts of life. In the U.S., for example, we no longer have different entrances for people with different skin colours. Buildings are made to work for people with disabilities, and a...
The title of this article sounds simple, but it is amazing how often people (including me) sit and look at a problem, like a stack of papers, and get so down about all the work that needs to be done that they do nothing and stay that way for days...
Carole came to see me for counselling because she was sad. She had chronic fatigue syndrome and had been sick for a long time. She thought this was the cause of her depression. During the time we worked together, she realised that Carole's...
In this article, I talk about how we can be happy with our lives if we learn to like ourselves and be grateful for what we have. Too many people compare their lives to those of their friends and neighbours and come to the conclusion that they are...
It's time to stop talking and do more loving things.
Loving actions are those that help us and others reach our highest potential. Loving actions are those that are done out of love instead of out of fear.
People who have been...
Everyday stresses and strains can cause a wide range of emotional health problems. Some of these are depression, anxiety, trouble sleeping, anger, and panic attacks. In this article, I talk about each of these possible problems and offer ideas...
You have insomnia if you often find yourself counting sheep until the early hours of the morning. This condition can not only make you afraid of going to bed at night, but it can also get in the way of your everyday life. And it's so common that...
Bipolar disorder, which is also called manic depression, affects about 2 million adults over the age of 18. Unfortunately, people who have severe symptoms of manic episodes, depression, or both can find it hard to keep a regular job. In fact,...
Every year, more than 11 million people in the United States are depressed. This medical condition that affects the mind can cause long-term problems like a feeling of hopelessness, a lack of ambition, and an inability to concentrate. Depression...
Health care providers can help people who are sad. For example, a doctor is also trained to treat mental disorders. The same is true for the physician assistant and the nurse practitioner. If the problem is serious, these health care providers...