by Atara Wertentheil | Dec 26, 2019 | Social Networking & Relationships
Have you ever felt that there were times when you knew you needed to do something – or you were pushed into doing something – and that made you feel like you didn’t want to do it or did not want to give it your best effort? This is actually a phenomenon in psychology... by Atara Wertentheil | Dec 22, 2019 | Social Networking & Relationships
The support of our social circle is one of the reasons that we seek out friendships and relationships. These are not just people to have fun with. They’re those that we’re supposed to be able to turn to when we need some type of help. Sometimes, when we feel sad,... by Atara Wertentheil | Dec 18, 2019 | Dating and Relationships
Part of being in a relationship with someone – friend or loved one – means being there for them when they need us. During a time of need, such as the death of a loved one, overcoming a difficult breakup, losing a job, or living through other life challenges, these... by Atara Wertentheil | Oct 23, 2019 | Anxiety and Stress
Anxiety has a tendency to create an uncomfortable, unsettling feeling about the future. Those with anxiety tend to focus on what could happen, or what might happen, causing them to feel as though something bad – specific or not – is lurking right around the corner.... by Atara Wertentheil | Sep 16, 2019 | Child Psychology
Raising children is difficult. As much as we love them and care for them, they combine two difficulties. First: They’re their own person capable of their own wants and needs. And second, they don’t necessarily understand how to adapt to your wants and needs (and those...