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How To Create Lasting Change
The internet is full of advice. I’ve written a few self-help books myself and I’ve created many scores of blogs and podcasts focused on processes of change. The psychological flexibility model that undergirds ACT is one of the most important sets of helpful...
What Your Body Knows That You Don’t
Life is constantly teaching you to be smarter and wiser. With every consequence you face, you learn more about which actions likely lead to pleasure, and which actions likely result in pain. For instance, if you see a glowing, red circle on top of a stove, and you...
Movies, Avocados, And Learning To Deal With Pain
When you get lost in painful thoughts and feelings, a simple visualisation and breathing exercise can go a long way.
The Secret Formula of Self-Kindness
Imagine you had a friend who is there for you whenever you need them. Someone who cares about you, who listens patiently, and who is kind, forgiving, and compassionate. It’s probably fair to say that we all would want a friend like this. And even more: We likely all...
The Subtle Art of Doing What Matters
Doing what matters comes with pain. But we can learn to be more effective about it. Here’s how.