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Obsessive Thoughts — They’re Not What You Think
If you’re human, the pre-Pesach period tends to come with a flood of urgent-feeling thoughts and emotions: “Where are we going?” “Where are we staying?” “With who?” “I feel
Is the Therapist–Client Relationship Real?
Is the Therapist–Client Relationship Real?How secure connection in therapy shapes relationships beyond the therapy room There’s a question that quietly lives in the minds of almost everyone who sits down
Why We Can’t Look Away: The Surprising Pull of Heated Rivalry
Some shows sneak up on you. You think you’re just in for a story about a complicated relationship—and suddenly, you’re glued to the screen, maybe even a little surprised at
Stop Being So Nice
Most of us learned very early that being “nice” was a good thing. Nice meant being thoughtful. Nice meant being helpful. Nice meant noticing other people’s needs and making sure
We’re Teaching Our Daughters—But Are We Reaching Them?
Something changes for many parents once their daughters hit the teenage years. Conversations that used to feel natural now feel loaded. Innocent comments spark irritation. A daughter who once talked
The High-Functioning Person
We get a lot of calls from people who feel like something is off, but can’t quite explain why. Because on the surface, they’re functioning well. Their lives are full.
What Comes First: Children or Marriage
Life is moving faster than ever. Everything seems instant these days—except personal growth. Unfortunately, we can’t snap our fingers and undo long-standing patterns, ingrained dynamics, or unwanted thoughts and behaviors.
Burning the Darkness Away
I opened Zusha’s Instagram story on Sunday and stopped scrolling. There was a picture of their candles, glowing softly, with one short caption underneath: Burning the darkness away. I felt
The “E” Word
Let’s talk about the “E” word—the one almost no one says out loud, even though it’s everywhere. Our friends, extended family members, coworkers, neighbors, even the woman in front of
Saying No for a Year of Yes
This time of year, the theme of “newness” is everywhere—new year, new me. Renewal, rejuvenation, and reset are powerful, but I’ve found that some of the most transformative changes don’t
Superhuman
Unfortunately, there are far too many causes and campaigns for those who are suffering on every level. We could cry endless tears over our personal, communal, and national tragedies, which
Is the Dust Really Settled?
If I could rename Cheshvan, I’d call it Burnout Month. The whirlwind of the Chagim is finally behind us. The sukkah has been taken down, the endless meals have been
So, What Really Happens in Therapy?
People often talk about therapy with a mix of curiosity and confusion. It’s become something people either swear by or completely avoid. Some imagine it as an emotional deep dive
Dear Moms: You’re Carrying Too Much
It’s 10:37 p.m. The night before school starts. You’re still peeling stickers off brand-new notebooks, hunting down a missing pair of navy socks, and trying to figure out how your
When Parenting Stirs Old Wounds
As summer winds down, many of us welcome the return of routine— alarm clocks, carpools, and bedtimes that actually stick. The structure can feel like a relief after the unstructured
Emotionally Healthy≠ Happy
We’re all chasing happiness. We want it for ourselves, our kids, our marriages, our homes. We want a life that feels good: peaceful, joyful, settled. We try to create that
Teshuva: From the Inside Out
Elul carries a certain electricity. The air feels charged with urgency and possibility. We all know the messaging this time of year: it’s time to grow, to change, to take
Copy, Paste, Compare: The Trap We Fall Into
You walk into the children’s clothing store, excited to pick out a few outfits for the new school year and the upcoming holidays. But before long, the excitement dips. You
