Did you know that our brain regularly fills in for missing information, much of the time without us even knowing that this is going on? It’s one of the amazing abilities of our brain, often referred to as “filling in … Continued
Recently I came across the old research on conformity (Asch conformity experiment, 1951). The conclusion of the research was: “we sacrifice the truth for social connection”. I heard this statement many times before in different contexts and narratives, however, the … Continued
It’s November, the months that could be quite challenging for most of us in the best of times because of the darkness, severe weather, cold, flu season, seasonal depression, approaching religious and cultural holidays like Hanukkah, Christmas, New Years. It … Continued
There is nothing wrong with anger. It is just an emotion, same as all the others: sadness, fear, confusion, ecstasy, love, hate, etc. The expression of anger can be problematic. Especially, if we believe that anger is “bad” and try … Continued
“Safety first”, “Better safe than sorry”, “Accidents hurt – safety doesn’t”, “Safety saves sickness, suffering, sadness”… I hear them often, especially recently; all the great sayings to teach us well and keep us safe. And I agree, safety is important: … Continued
It has always fascinated me: the human’s love of rules and regulations. It has become even more apparent nowadays, during the coronavirus pandemic. In attempts to contain the virus many countries implemented more or less severe restrictions and regulations varying … Continued
By now you have most likely received dozens of messages telling you what to do and how to behave during the pandemic. I don’t want to add to the number and elevate your stress level; just the opposite. So, … Continued
This issue comes up very often during the couple’s counselling: sex. Usually there is a dissatisfaction on one side, but sometimes on both re: the frequency, quality, withholding sex as a punishment, lack of sex all together, infidelity. Clients often … Continued
Christmas is coming, “the most wonderful time of the year”. And yet, when I talk to people I often hear: “I hate Christmas”, “I am so stressed out”, “I cannot wait for it to be over”! I usually ask why? … Continued
“The Four Agreements” by Don Miguel Ruiz – the 4th agreement. “Always do your best”. This last agreement makes the other three possible. In fact, it makes everything possible. If you do your best, you can do anything you want. … Continued