Cognitive Distortions and What to Do About Them
Certain patterns of thinking make you more likely to experience anxiety, depression, anger, and other problems. These patterns are called cognitive distortions, and you can learn to counter them….
How Long Should You Meditate For? And How Often?
There are a lot of different recommendations for how long you should meditate, as well as for how often you should meditate. Some sources say to do an hour every day, but you may not have that much time. Below you’ll find research-based recommendations for how long — and how often — to meditate….
DBT vs. CBT: How to Know Which Is the Best One for You
There are a lot of options out there to address emotional problems. Two of the most prominent types of therapy — DBT and CBT — have similar names and approaches. How should you choose between DBT vs CBT?…
How to Be Awesome at Self-Soothing and Self-Care
We all need the ability to soothe and care for ourselves. But how can we best do these things? Here we offer some tips to help you master these important skills. Updated: March 9, 2025 We Need All the Help We Can Get 21st-century living can be demanding. People are often consumed by their day-to-day……