I knew that if I were to fight her, I would lose. So, I laid down on the beach in the imperfect sand. Resting in a space I hadn't chosen, I listened to the sound of the waves. The ocean does not care.

Using DEAR MAN helps HSPs set boundaries without guilt or fear of conflict.

Emotional balance is something we all aim for (or should aim for), as it’s crucial for mental health. But let’s be honest: It ...

Learn how to deal with a narcissistic parent and identify how their behavior has affected your emotional well-being and relationship dynamics, according to a licensed counselor.

That's because your nerves are on edge, she says; if you're overstimulated, you feel unsafe and, as a result, react strongly. Some people also report physical symptoms, like lightheadedness, headaches ...

New research suggests practicing self-compassion, rather than negative self-talk, may help you overcome setbacks for ...

Imagine a pain so overwhelming that suicide feels like the only escape. For some, a future marked by prolonged illness and ...

for example, you wear them at work, let your colleagues know that wearing them allows you to focus better. Psychotherapy is effective for both overwhelm and sensory overload. Cognitive behavioral ...

Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, despite its incredibly unfortunate acronym, was once the most revolutionary psychiatric ...

Participants will learn how to identify and incorporate tools of regulation in therapy to support ... of lecture, case examples, videos, and experiential invitations to move, breathe, notice, and ...

It might seem cute at first but separation anxiety in a relationship can ruin an otherwise beautiful partnership.