A Useful Reflection

Our attitudes about others tell us a lot about our feelings toward ourselves. The more negatively we interpret others’ behavior, the more likely we are to view ourselves harshly. That’s because we’re seeing through the lens of our programming. But...

Healthy Choices

Healthy bodies are more resilient when exposed to germs and disease. A balanced immune system maintains good health best. The same goes for psychic health. The ability to discern behavior that is potentially harmful to you is necessary to sustain good mental health....

Judgment Kills Connection

There’s never a good reason to go on a ‘judgment binge’ no matter how wrong, offensive or inappropriate you think someone or something is. Negative rants are damaging because they pollute your mind by filling you with unpleasant and distasteful...

Become the Witness

No one can take your power away. Except you. The voice in your head is the one who determines how you feel about life. It’s commentary is so constant that you may not even be aware of its presence. If you want to know why you feel the way you do, start noticing what...

Are You Unconsciously Critical?

If our parents were highly critical, we probably developed the same habit. Even though it’s unpleasant and makes us feel bad, it takes a concerted effort to change this conditioned behavior. Chronically characterizing problems in our relationships as the other...