Want to Change? Is Your Mindset Holding You Back?
June 25, 2019
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Mindsets are simple beliefs that shape how we see ourselves and others and how we live our lives. Much of what we consider as our
Dr. Suzanne B. Phillips
Licensed Psychologist, Psychoanalyst, Diplomate in Group Psychology, Certified Group Therapist, Author, Radio Host and Media Consultant Covering a Wide Range of Psychological Topics
Category: Resiliency
Build a Stress-Resilient Brain: Findings and Strategies
June 19, 2015
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Resiliency has been defined as the ability to deal with adversity, be it small daily stressors or unexpected traumatic events. More specifically, resiliency is seen
Developing a Post-Trauma Identity-Who Am I Now?
May 9, 2015
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We are the story we tell ourselves about ourselves. Traumatic events disrupt out story and assault our sense of self. They leave us asking: Who
Fine Tuning ” Positive Thinking” With A Plan
October 26, 2014
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An important article by psychologist and author, Gabriele Oettingen appeared in the New York Times with a misleading title,“ The Problem with Positive Thinking.” Actually
Ebola: Coping with Fear and Uncertainty
October 22, 2014
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Something very different happens to us when we face an epidemic as opposed to a natural disaster. When a natural disaster hits, there is anxiety,
The Importance of Recognizing Your Resiliency: Strategies
November 24, 2013
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I was recently in a shop with a friend when a young man in his late twenties came in to get his hair cut. Friendly
Surviving and Succeeding in Face of Uncertainty: Six Strategies
April 30, 2013
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Events like Covid-19, presidential elections and civil unrest assault us with the uncertainties of life. Such events undermine our necessary denial that life is predictable,
When Injury Disrupts Exercise: Five Ways to Reduce Stress
March 21, 2013
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There is considerable evidence that exercise benefits our mental health. Research suggests that in addition to improving memory, lifting mood, moderating depression, and reducing attention
Tattoos After Trauma-Do They Have Healing Potential?
December 31, 2012
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Whether you have many tattoos or would never consider getting one, you may be surprised to learn that 40% of Americans between the ages 26-40
Reducing Disaster’s Impact: A Simple Guide to Psychological First Aid
November 8, 2012
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Nationally and internationally, the most endorsed response in the early aftermath of a disaster is Psychological First Aide. Used by those responding to disasters, it