Feeling "Old"? What Do You Mean?
"Feeling old" today? Think twice before you use this familiar phase.
View ArticleAwareness of Endings Sharpens Focus at Any Age
When we sense we're running out of time, what really matters comes into focus.
View ArticleWhen Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Doesn't Work
Cognitive behavioral therapy has strong evidence, but you have options if it hasn't been helpful enough.
View ArticleErikson’s Gift: The Developmental Tasks of Adulthood
Well-being in adulthood is dependent on our early—and continued—psychosocial development.
View ArticleCore Beliefs Create Our Reality: What Are Yours?
Our core beliefs influence us everyday, but we rarely think of them.
View ArticleFinding Solutions to Behavioral Disturbance in Dementia
There are a number of things that might be eliciting or perpetuating a behavioral problem in someone with dementia. A thorough analysis and some experimentation can go a long way.
View ArticleUnderstanding the Long Shadow of Trauma
Cognitive processing therapy helps make sense of the impact of past trauma.
View ArticleArts Participation Helps Older Adults, So How Do I Start?
Research has shown that arts participation has powerful benefits for older adults, yet for too many people, engagement in the arts stops when adulthood begins.
View ArticleHappy Together: Six Tips for Marriage After Retirement
Retirement can be wonderful, but it's not always easy on a marriage. Thankfully, there are things you can both do to make the transition go more smoothly.
View ArticleFour Realistic Rules for Better Self-Care
If you think self-care is all about candles and yoga, think again. Noticing your habits of self-talk and making other changes to your daily routine can go a long way.
View ArticleThe Lost Art of Distraction
Feeling upset? Forget mindfulness. In fact, forget everything for a while.
View Article6 Ways Out of Your Thinking Rut
Tired of falling down the same old rabbit holes in your mind? This useful thinking tool provides six new ways to approach your everyday problems.
View ArticleMaximize the Benefits of Gratitude
Solutions to three common mistakes to help you get the most from a gratitude practice.
View ArticleRegret Can Point Toward Opportunity
Regret can be an unpleasant feeling, but research shows it can also point us toward growth and opportunity for change.
View ArticleHappiness Is Not Always Joyful
When we stop seeking endless pleasure, true happiness can finally be found.
View ArticleHaunted by a Fear of Death?
Death is a common source of anxiety, but it doesn't have to be. Over time, death can become a teacher and a friend rather than something to fear.
View ArticleSeven Skills of Resilience
Are you trying to figure out how to get through this challenging time with your well-being intact? Here are seven strategies to help cultivate resilience.
View ArticleHow to ACE Your Days During Social Distancing
Whether you are feeling bored or overwhelmed, a little structure to how you plan and think about your days can help maximize well-being.
View ArticleThe Four R's of Handling Grief
Grief can be a long journey, and most of us don't have a map. Routine, ritual, remembrance, and restoration can help guide the way.
View ArticleHow to Do a Thought Record
A thought record is a classic tool in cognitive behavioral therapy, but that does not make it simple or easy. These tips will help you get more out of the process.
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