How to Balance Anxiety and Avoidance
Anxiety and avoidance are closely linked. The fear associated with anxiety can drive you to avoid situations or tasks. And this is natural, because it…
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5 Ways to Keep a Journal
When you keep a journal, you’re not only processing the past and dreaming about your future. Journaling also helps reduce anxiety and depression, and improve your self-confidence. …
How to Get More Done… Without Draining your Brain
Far be it from me to encourage people to get more done. I’m a notorious layabout. A lot of my work as a psychologist is…
Free Resources for Anxiety and Depression: 5 Ways to Cope
With a little digging, you can find tons of free resources for anxiety and depression. However, you don’t always know what you’re getting. So I…
Anxiety from the News: 3 Quick Tips to Cope
Feeling anxious about the news? Discover 3 tips to stay informed without overwhelming anxiety. Take control, help others, and prioritize self-care.
5 Science-Backed ways to Overcome Creative Block
Struggling with creative block? Discover science-backed strategies to reignite inspiration and overcome barriers. Start creating again!
Can Chronic Depression be Cured? My Personal Experience
I’m a psychologist, and I’ve tried these six research-backed ways to cope with my own chronic depression. Here’s how they worked.
Are Creative People More Anxious and Depressed?
Artists and creative people may be more prone to depression and anxiety problems, but their creativity also lends them more resilience.
Coping with Rejection: 7 Effective Strategies for Artists
Rejection happens to all artists, but it stings! Psychologist Dr. Ballard provides 7 Tips for Handling Rejection as an Artist, with action items for each…
Three Questions To Help You Live a Fulfilling Life
A fulfilling life usually means meeting your goals as well as enjoying the present moments of your life. These can feel like opposing goals, but…