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fromInsideHook
2 weeks ago

A Male Therapist's Take on Scott Galloway's New Book

In his new book, Notes on Being a Man, Galloway states bluntly: "There's no such thing as 'toxic masculinity...there's cruelty, criminality, bullying, predation, and abuse of power. If you're guilty of any of these things, or conflate being a man with coarseness and savagery, you're not masculine; you're anti-masculine." As a man and a therapist who treats mostly men, this resonates with me and what I've heard from my clients.
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fromPsychology Today
3 weeks ago

Driving in Circles and Yearning to Be

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy identifies six core human yearnings that shape belonging, meaning, growth, and presence, guiding daily choices and compassionate connection.
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fromPsychology Today
1 month ago

Don't Trust the Surf Report. Trust Your Experience

The mind filters reality through bias and prediction, so trusting direct experience and questioning mental rules increases cognitive flexibility and authenticity.
fromPsychology Today
3 months ago

The Fantasy of Weight Loss in Eating Disorder Recovery

Just a few pounds may feel like the answer, but it often leads to more anxiety, obsession, and isolation.
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fromPsychology Today
7 months ago

Defusing From Distressing Thoughts

Cognitive defusion helps individuals observe their thoughts without being overidentified, reducing distress and minimizing the impact on their functioning.
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