I've worked for my entire career to educate the public about psychological well-being. My practice, the Center for Positive Psychology, is based in Altamonte Springs, Florida, an Orlando suburb. We assist people with personal growth, normal and traumatic stress, and mind-body concerns.
“What do you mean, ‘anxiety isn’t an emotion’?” That’s right, I told the client sitting in front of me. Emotions tell us something specific. Anxiety just tells us is that one or more REAL emotions are waiting to be acknowledged, understood, and possibly acted upon. Like the phone or doorbell ringing, there’s a message waiting [...]
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Seems like this time every year we have a flurry of interest in this subject, but it seems more urgent this time around. For many people, the holidays have brought more misery than mirth, particularly since the ailing economy can’t seem to recover quickly enough and money worries remain on their minds. We hear that [...]
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Most of us are familiar with the use of the word “savoring” as the sensual enjoyment of the taste, aroma, and texture of good food or drink. Gratitude and its related benefits are enhanced by the mindful savoring of any pleasurable experience, whether it’s a beautiful sunrise, a visit with family or friends, or of course, a good meal.
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