Do you feel like a fraud, even when you are outwardly successful? Do you struggle with crippling self-doubt, even when others praise your accomplishments? You might be caught in the exhausting cycle of perfectionism and imposter syndrome. This dynamic duo often affects high-achieving individuals, especially those in competitive metropolitan areas …
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The term “narcissist” is used frequently these days. It might surprise you, however, that almost everyone has a degree of narcissism. After all, how could we survive without some level of self-importance? At times we need some hubris to face challenges, achieve our goals, and thrive in a world of …
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By Lesley Alderman, LMSW One of my favorite household gizmos is my P-Touch label maker. Organizing my papers in file folders and putting labels on the folders helps me to feel organized and calm. The Power of Labeling Feelings Labeling feelings can have a similar soothing effect. Let’s say you …
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As an actor I’ve had a lot of experience working on set for film and television. After the excitement of booking the job sinks in, I’ve always been cognizant of an undercurrent of pressure and stress when it’s time to finally get to work. The crew seems to move at …
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The holidays are supposed to be a time of cheerful celebrations, so why are so many of us left feeling stressed and exhausted when the merriment ends? After years of helping clients navigate the simultaneous highs and lows of the holiday season, I have noticed a recurring theme; when clients …
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Stress is part of daily life no matter one’s age, and children and teens are not immune. With each passing year, life seems to move faster and become more complicated. The stakes seem to get higher, and even mundane activities become competitive amongst peers and on social media. We might ask ourselves, …
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