impulses

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It's Not Always Depression

The Danger of Escalating Anger

I was on the subway and I witnessed a needless escalation of anger that ended with somebody being punched in the face. I was shaken and...

Why Did I Do That?

How often do we take time to contemplate whether we are acting from an impulsive place?

To Prevent Misunderstandings, Question Intent

Thinking before we speak is a skill that requires practice over a lifetime. It’s not about being perfect, it’s about caring enough to try.

Is This a George Costanza Moment?

You know that moment when you feel the jolt of being knocked out of your calm or usual emotional state? Maybe you’re walking down the...

Why Are People Mean?

Cecily grew up in a family with lots of shouting and sometimes some hitting. Cecily naturally thought yelling and hitting WAS anger. I

What Renee Taught Me About Why Some People Harm Themselves

Renee and I worked together on calming her anxiety by learning what emotions were being triggered. We accessed and processed anger.

5 Minutes In A Car That Transformed My Angry Tightness & Made Me a Gentler Person

When I was a little girl, I felt at times alone and not a priority. That feeling of aloneness and not mattering made me very sad.