2018 · 17. May 2018

In last week's Southern Star, I discussed how cultivating a compassionate mindset can help people to better manage the daily stresses of life. The column is reproduced below. Some people go “ugh” when they hear the word compassion, associating it with what they perceive as touchy-feely do-gooderism. But what if I suggested that cultivating a compassionate outlook could help you better manage the day-to-day stresses of life? Consider the following true story, told by psychologist and...

2018 · 10. May 2018

I'm in this week's Southern Star, where my latest column explores how cultivating a compassionate mindset can help us to better handle the stresses of daily life. As always, the column will be reproduced on this blog next week.

2018 · 03. May 2018

In last week's Southern Star, I explored the myths and the realities surrounding the treatment of anxiety. The column is reproduced below. When it comes to the treatment of anxiety, there are a lot of myths out there. Think positive thoughts, reduce stress levels and avoid stressful situations, get reassurance from loved ones – many folks think these steps will help people kill their anxiety, but such advice tends to be ineffective or even counterproductive. Myth 1: Suppressing your anxious...