critical inner voice

Insight into the Violent Mind

Both glamorizing and demonizing violence help us avoid having to understand the violent mind. We... >>

The Inner Voice in Self-Destructive Behavior and Suicide

Suicide is a tragic ending to life that, in many cases, can be averted. It... >>

Silencing the Troll Inside Your Head

In a recent study, nearly half of Americans surveyed said they’d experienced online harassment or... >>

How to Fight the Loneliness Epidemic

Taking on your inner critic may help you feel less lonely In the United States,... >>

Thanksgiving is Good for Your Mental Health

Research shows that expressing gratitude is good for your mental health. It increases happiness and decreases depression. It also enhances empathy and... >>

Empowering Yourself to Conquer an Addiction

 “Pain in this life is not avoidable, but the pain we create avoiding pain is... >>

Voice Therapy

In my last blog, I described the “voice” as a series of negative thoughts and... >>

The Voice (The Enemy Within)

Discover the negative thoughts and attitudes at the core of a person’s maladaptation. The voice... >>

Is My Self-Hatred Getting in the Way of Love?

The short answer is: yes! Hating yourself puts you directly at odds with someone who... >>

Changing Your Sense of Identity

Recently, I wrote about “Living with an Accidental Identity.” I described how painful early experiences,... >>