Overcoming the negativity bias
Or, how I learned to stop worrying and ignore the fake tiger. Why one slow Camry and a missed green light can outweigh everything good in a day, and how to notice the roses again.
Articles
A Farmer’s Almanac for relationships, parenting, and the mind.
Short pieces I write for clients and anyone else who finds them useful. They’re no substitute for therapy, but they might help you name what’s going on.
The unexpected gifts of an imperfect marriage
We fall in love with someone for who they are, then spend an astonishing amount of time wishing they’d be a little different. Maybe the secret to a good marriage is discovering what happens when they don’t.
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Energizing the greatness in our children
We’re often far more energetic when our kids are acting out than when they’re cooperating. Here’s how to give your best energy to the behavior you want to see.
The Farmer’s Almanac of mental health
Why this blog is a little like an almanac: part science, part art, part entertainment, and a few silly moments in the garden.
