Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) can be an effective trauma therapy, a way to move past a stressful event. If you suffer from PTSD or an axiety disorder such as social anxiety or panic disorder, you may benefit from EMDR therapy.

Dr. David Burns, MD offers free podcasts on his website feelinggood.com. For those seeking to improve their communication skills, I recommend listening to Part 1 and Part 2 of his podcast “5 Secrets of Effective Communication.” For more podcasts by Dr. David Burns, click the button below.

Dr. Brene Brown is an renowned researcher of vulnerability. For those looking to understand vulnerability, shame, and empathy, please watch Dr. Brene Browns TedTalk on the power of vulnerability by clicking the button below.

Johann Hari provides an insightful TED Talk on what causes addiction. He argues that the deepening of bonds and connection is the best response to addiction.

Do the following statements resonate with you?

“I wish my mom wouldn’t huff with me whenever I choose something for my life that she doesn’t approve of.”
“Whenever I talk about my childhood my parents immediately jump on the defensive and tell me I’m not remembering it properly,” AND
“I feel like I have to be so careful of my caregiver’s emotions, but it doesn’t feel like that same respect is given to me in return.”

If so, you may have grown up with emotionally immature parents (EIP). It’s difficult to move past our childhood relationships with emotionally immature parents, and even more difficult to maintain a healthy relationship with them as adults. Follow the link below to learn more about EIP.