When we make a mistake, do we usually beat ourselves up, or do we have the attitude that we’ll do better next time? Each of these responses is a reflection of our underlying self-esteem. Fortunately, we can choose to change our attitudes and interrupt self-defeating thoughts and behaviors utilizing Cognitive Behavior Therapy. The following GoodTherapy article by Cedar Barstow, MEd, CHT, outlines these cognitive strategies. More Here.

Problems in life are inevitable. Resilience means we have the internal emotional strength to address and recover from the difficulties life throws at us. Consider the comments and suggestions from the following Good Therapy article on resiliency. More Here.