The Pitfalls of Self-Help: Comparison and The...

Have you ever had a friend not text you back, and you’re certain that they’re mad at you? This is often a disruption in the process of mentalization: the ability to recognize that our thoughts and feelings might not be facts. Mentalization is a process we can all struggle with, b ...  Show more

Why does knowing we overthink not help us stop? Dr. Rick and Forrest discuss why rumination becomes a self-reinforcing habit, and why insight alone rarely helps. They distinguish between rumination and reflection, and talk about how balancing acceptance and agency can help us go ...  Show more

If you’ve been listening to this podcast for a while then you’ve heard the guys talk about the inability to self-assess. A concept that they’ve taught and drilled into the heads of listeners and fans over the years. CJ realized that while they’ve been teaching others how to self- ...  Show more

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In today’s episode I’m sharing with you a few interesting facts about comparison & 3 simple, in the moment tools to break out of a moment of comparison. You’ll hear: Where I’ve seen comparison come up the most for me What social comparison theory is How our brains naturally compa ...  Show more

Relationship partners and friends can offer valuable support for managing stress and anxiety in our lives. However, sometimes relying on others to manage our emotions can create negative effects in our lives and relationships. Listen to today's show to learn how to balance this s ...  Show more