Remember the sadness that came with the last time you failed miserably at something? Or the last time you were so anxious about an upcoming event that you couldn’t concentrate for days? These types of ...

“Anger is an acid that can do more harm to the vessel in which it is stored than to anything on which it is poured,” wrote Mark Twain, echoing one of the prevailing narratives we hold about our ...

What do you think is the most frequent complaint when people seek therapy? In my experience, it is a variant of “I feel bad, and I want to feel better.” The specific emotions that need to change vary ...

When it comes to protecting your child's mental health, emotional resilience is key. Not only do resilient kids bounce back from disappointment, but they're also less likely to become depressed, ...

When we think of certain emotions like feeling embarrassed, uneasy, or even awkward, they're sometimes associated with insecurity. The same can be said for taking on feelings of guilt when you aren't ...

When toddlers melt down and teens snap back, it’s natural for us to have emotions. Some parents feel overwhelmed or out of control. Others try to push their emotions away. Emotions, after all, can be ...

From a young age, many people absorb a simple hierarchy of emotions. Happiness is good. Anger is bad. Calm means you’re mature. Anxiety means something’s wrong with you. Sadness is something to get ...

Emotional intelligence has emerged as one of the most valuable interpersonal skills in modern relationships. While academic and professional qualifications once dominated discussions about personal ...

Countless parents across the country recently dropped their kids off at college for the first time. This transition can stir a whirlwind of feelings: the heartache of parting, sadness over a ...

When it comes to protecting your child's mental health, emotional resilience is key. Not only do resilient kids bounce back from disappointment, but they're also less likely to become depressed, ...