The Vivant Blog
5 Ways to “Work” On Your Relationship Today
It might seem intimidating to think about putting “work” into your relationship, especially if you are entrenched in unhelpful or unhealthy patterns. Here are five strategies for improving your romantic relationship that you can start doing immediately.
Are You Driving Your Own Car?
I witness many clients entering therapy with a recurring complaint: they feel out of control of their lives. If you are often feeling overwhelmed by decision-making, wonder how you’ve gotten where you are, or feel like things just “keep happening to you,” it could be helpful to investigate your locus of control.
Is It Time to “Refresh” Your Relationship With Technology?
If you’re noticing symptoms of burnout, ask yourself how much it has to do with the device you’re holding right now. In this week’s post I describe how to be mindful of your relationship with your devices.
Shifting How We View Self-Esteem
If you are struggling with self-confidence, you might believe that self-worth is something you either “have” or “don’t have.” In this post I debunk this myth about self-esteem and share how I approach this issue with clients.
What is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)?
What is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)? Learn more about this widely practiced theoretical approach and the benefits it can give you.