What is Narcissism and How Might It Affect You Today?
It is not unusual for human beings to be a little narcissistic and is a developmental stage that every teenager and young adult passes through. However, what if that narcissism continues into adult life? What problems do narcissists cause for themselves and their...
Jack in the Box – Part Two
The ‘Knock-Downs’ and the ‘Bounce Backs’ as referred to in the article Part One of ‘Jack in the Box’ were classic examples of ‘Adversity’ and ‘Resilience’ at odds with one another, in battle, but also co-operating, mediating and resolving the crisis together. There...
The Danger of Burnout and Secondary Trauma During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Police officers, nurses, doctors, nursing aides, and many other professionals stand on the front lines during the COVID-19 pandemic. While catching the virus themselves is a huge danger, the second danger is burnout, with the third being secondary trauma. This article...How To Help Reduce the Stigma Around Mental Illness
Together, We Can Make It Okay to Ask for Help We have a massive issue as a society and culture when it comes to the stigma surrounding mental illness. This stigma stops too many people from getting help early when it is most effective. You and I can easily help end...
Jack in the Box – Part One
Jack in the Box – Part One The first thousand days 0,1,2,3 years of age and for some additional delight let’s throw in age 4. Making it the first 1460 days (this excludes the ‘count down days’ of pregnancy and the development of the fetus in utero). We know the...Essential Workers Managing Stress During COVID-19.
The COVID-19 crisis has affected the entire globe, with people dying in record numbers from the virus. Essential workers, which includes all first responders, nurses, doctors, nursing aides, and others who must go to work, are on the front lines. This article will...