Columbus, OH

I was facilitating a seminar recently and a conversation arose about imposter syndrome. While the group knew the definition of imposter syndrome, it was hard to discuss the impact of imposter syndrome on the work environment. So, I thought it might be a good time to learn a little more.

Imposter Syndrome: What It Is and How It Impacts the Workplace

Simon Boas, who wrote a candid account of living with cancer, passed away on July 15 at the age of 47. In a recent BBC interview, the former aid worker told the reporter: “My pain is under control and I’m terribly happy – it sounds weird to say, but I’m as happy as I’ve ever been in my life.”

Why are some people happy when they are dying?

In some cases, a desire for thinness is not the primary motivation for an eating disorder. For many, an eating disorder is a stress management tool arising in response to chronic stress. A tendency toward perfectionism is also a risk factor for eating disorders. More than 20 percent of people...

When an Eating Disorder Isn't Just About Body Image

Most of us will face imposter syndrome at some point in our lives. Remembering that our abilities do not necessarily wane with age is crucial. Most of us will face imposter syndrome at some point in our lives. This psychological phenomenon, in which individuals doubt their accomplishments and fear being exposed as frauds, can persist despite clear evidence of competence. People who experience imposter syndrome often attribute their success to external factors such as luck rather than recognize their own abilities and efforts.

Can You Have Imposter Syndrome about Age?

Vulnerable and honest exchanges lead to understanding each other's perspectives and healing emotional wounds. Encouraging a legacy of understanding and empathy will permeate all family dynamics. Healing wounds helps bring an individual a sense of peace as well as improved relationships. The following are examples from my parent coaching practice....

3 Compelling Reasons to Make Amends With Your Adult Child

Blanco, TX

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Brigid Pfeifer

There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

New York City, NY

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Cheryl E Preston

Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

Do you know what job stress is? According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, job stress happens when the job requirements don’t align with the worker’s needs, capabilities, or resources. So, job stress doesn’t refer to normal stress that might come with facing a challenge. It...

5 of the Most Stressful Jobs

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Do you know any self-righteous person who rarely apologizes? We all have different weaknesses and offend others once in a while. However, some zodiac signs’ pettiness and insecurity hinder them from seeking forgiveness when they cross someone’s path. Instead, they try to prove that they were right when they did something.

3 Zodiac Signs That Don’t Apologize

Denver, CO

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David Heitz

A dangerous drug that is being mixed into fentanyl is causing those who inject it to develop a rash of sores that resembles a case of flesh-eating bacteria. People experiencing homelessness around Denver can sometimes be seen with these bloody, weeping wounds. I recently mentioned this phenomenon to a fentanyl user who told me about the xylazine connection.

Denver homeless people suffer sores as xylazine enters fentanyl supply

Symptoms of BPD can profoundly affect someone's parenting ability. Children raised by parents suffering from symptoms of BPD may be exposed to a unique form of trauma. Healing from this trauma is often complicated by the parent's tendency to blame the child for what went wrong. Parents and other relatives...

Adult Children of a Parent with BPD

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Caught In A "Dopamine Trap" – What Does That Mean?

Beliefs often differ significantly from reality, impacting our behavior. Our beliefs about alcohol shape our drinking habits yet are often misguided. Liminal thinking can help reshape beliefs about alcohol and weaken the desire to drink. Understanding perception versus reality is crucial to reducing alcohol cravings effectively. "Anything liquid won’t make...

Beliefs vs. Reality: How to Weaken Your Alcohol Craving

In this study, 49.5 percent of participants had taken a benzodiazepine at some point over the past 15 years. After a follow-up interval averaging 11.2 years, 13.3 percent had developed dementia. The researchers conclude, “Overall use of benzodiazepines is not associated with increased dementia risk.”. They also find, separately,...

Long-Term Use of Benzodiazepines and Dementia Risk

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A 2022 study studied the effects of giving $10,000 to 200 people across the world.

People were given $10,000 to find out if money can buy happiness. The results are astonishing

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Psychologists Are Begging Families to Recognize the Most Common Form of Gaslighting—Plus, Here's Exactly How To Respond

A person's past can direct what they think, what they feel, how they behave, and how they interact. The influence of one's past self can often be unhealthy for one's present self. Empathy, embracing humanity, forgiveness, and acceptance can help people make peace with their past selves. Taking ownership, making...

8 Steps to Making Peace With Your Past Self

There are deeper levels of communication than verbal and body language. A higher level of communication is seeing the world through another's eyes. There is a way you can put yourself in someone else's shoes, which will elevate your relationship to them. We all live in relationship with many others...

How to Communicate Effectively

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Prayer has been an integral part of many cultures and religions for centuries. It serves as a spiritual practice, a form of meditation, and a means of seeking comfort and guidance. But beyond its spiritual significance, there is growing evidence that prayer can positively impact one’s health and longevity. This article explores seven compelling reasons why people who pray tend to live longer.

7 reasons people who pray live longer

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TikTok’s latest mental health trend, called “rejection therapy,” is offering one way to combat social anxiety. With the “rejection therapy” tag garnering more than 63 million views on TikTok, many people have increasingly documented their trials and tribulations as they place themselves in scenarios where they could be socially rejected. From giving a stranger their number to asking someone to buy them food, users are embracing discomfort as a way to overcome their fears and build their confidence. Some people have even claimed that rejection therapy has changed their lives, while others remain skeptical. Rejection therapy is not a research-based...

What is ‘rejection therapy’? The latest TikTok trend pushes people to combat social anxiety

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What People Get Wrong About Imposter Syndrome

Imposter syndrome is not (technically) a syndrome. It can be justified (while also being false). It's a state, not just a trait, and it affects all...

What People Get Wrong About Imposter Syndrome

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