critical inner voice

The Paradox of Psychological Defenses

Should we contend with painful realities or avoid them? Although psychological defenses offer a degree... >>

The Impact of Death on our Everyday Lives

The conscious or unconscious fear of death can alter many aspects of behavior. Most people,... >>

Who’s the Boss in Your Relationship?

How common power dynamics destroy our closest relationships At a recent dinner party, I witnessed... >>

Can You Trust Your Own Perceptions?

If you’re familiar with the psychological term “transference,” you probably associate it with a client... >>

Living Mom’s Life?

“I think I want to be good.”  A warm tear rolls down my cheek.  My... >>

Do You Have an Honest Relationship?

For all the great things we say about being honest – that it’s the best... >>

Are You Giving Up on Love?

It’s hard to really wrap our heads around this. Yet, I find—over and over again—that... >>

VIDEO: Dr. Allan Schore on the Role of Non-Verbal Communication in Treating Suicidal Patients

Watch an excerpt from PsychAlive’s interview with Dr. Allan Schore. Dr. Allan Schore discusses the... >>

5 Simple Steps to End Any Fight

Fighting with a partner is one of those unpleasant parts of a relationship that we... >>

Why Competitive Feelings Are Good For You

Being competitive can have an ugly connotation in our society. It has become, in some... >>