We are in a high-stress, long-term situation right now, and most people are having emotional ups and downs. Learn about Pandemic-Related Psychological Distress, and some of the emotional reactions many people are having in the era of COVID-19. You’ll find some tips (based on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy) and resources that might be helpful if you are struggling emotionally during the pandemic.

When we remember that life is impermanent, we can learn something about our deeply-held values. Death is a wake-up call that the clock is ticking. The time to do what matters is now, we can’t wait too long or it will be too late.

This post includes an exercise - questions about mortality that can help you explore your values.

Read about Brooks Witter’s journey to become a peer-reviewed trainer in ACT, and how you can apply!

Are you good at doing things “right,” following the rules, and controlling your emotions? Maybe a little too good? If so, you might have an Overcontrolled style of coping. Having some degree of self-control, emotional regulation, and willpower can be useful in a lot of ways! But having too much self-control has some downsides…..

Our thoughts are just thoughts….NOT FACTS. In this series, Open Your Mind, Dr. Olson-Madden will explore mindfulness in depth, first by describing the term and offering a simple exercise to get started in cultivating a mindful practice.

April is Child Abuse Prevention month, and there are steps that parents and caregivers can take to reduce the odds that a child will experience sexual abuse. Here, Debbie shares some suggestions from Feather Berkower, a leading expert on Child Sexual Abuse prevention, who she has interviewed twice on her podcast.

How would you respond to the thought that you might throw a child into the polar bear cage at the zoo? Dr. Meg McKelvie explores the nature of the human mind, and offers ideas for how to respond effectively to unwanted thoughts!

Our very own Dr. Colleen Ehnrstrom, co-author of the book End the Insomnia Struggle, offers readers Five Steps To End Your Insomnia Struggle!