We all like to think we’re self-aware, but the truth is, most of us are quietly sabotaging our lives in ways we don’t even see. It’s not the big, dramatic mistakes that hold you back—it’s the small, ...

If you struggle with self-destructive or dysregulated behavior, you have probably tried to stop engaging in this behavior many times. However, despite your best efforts, you have likely felt compelled ...

Among my clients, I see many people who are stressed and overwhelmed or just apathetic and unhappy. I've found some common ...

Discover how widespread self-sabotaging behavior is linked to how our brains evolved in a world full of unknown dangers and ...

In a world where self-care is a buzzword and "treat yourself" is a mantra, it's easy to get swept up in rituals that might not be as beneficial as you think. Spoiling yourself can sometimes disguise ...

Self-destructive people do not always wear signs that they’re struggling. But by using your own experience, intuition, and common sense, you can look for significant clues that they are. The challenge ...

Years ago at a forgiveness class for Stanford Continuing Studies, one of us met a man who once had a wife and two children and a good job. But he threw it all away because of a gambling addiction that ...

Psychotic-like experiences, such as suspiciousness and unusual thoughts, are common among adolescents who are referred to adolescent psychiatric care. The symptoms are often associated with depression ...

“More often, people who struggle with self-awareness have difficulty with metacognition—that is, the ability to reflect on ...