EXCERPT: Thank you, Captain Obvious. But seriously — one of the reasons you’re probably making an impulse purchase is because you’re not feeling inspired. From a mental health perspective, you simply need to find other healthier sources of stimulation, says psychologist Dr. Yvonne Thomas, Ph.D. For example, she explains that exercising can be a helpful way […]
As the melody of the start of your marriage, the first dance holds tremendous meaning for many couples. And when you finally choose what it will be? You might get goosebumps! As Los Angeles psychologist Dr. Yvonne Thomas, Ph.D. explains, a couple’s first dance song selection is so significant because it is a very personal and vulnerable expression of your feelings for each other, publicly displayed for their wedding guests.
EXCERPT: In general, confidence has to do with how well a person feels “solid” within themselves, and how much they trust in their own qualities or abilities, explains Dr. Yvonne Thomas, Ph.D., a Los Angeles-based psychologist. “Having confidence means that you believe in and feel emotionally secure about yourself. It means you have healthy self-esteem and
As October rolls on, have you found yourself feeling more depressed as the days get shorter? Does it feel as if you’re “moodier” or more “down” as it becomes night earlier and earlier? If so, you aren’t alone. Indeed, studies have shown that millions of Americans deal with what’s called “Seasonal Affective Disorder” which is a “type of depression related to changes in the seasons.” That said, you don’t need to have “SAD” to feel depressed this time of year. Dr. Yvonne Thomas, Los Angeles psychologist, offers some ways you can feel better right now (in addition to reaching out to a professional psychologist).
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EXCERPT: “Limit your Instagram use to 30 minutes a day,” says a Psychologist In Los Angeles If you haven\’t tracked how much time you spend on Instagram every 24 hours—there\’s an app for that. Literally! Whether you\’re Team iPhone or Team Android, both have a well-being app that records how many minutes (or ahem, hours) you
