by Louise Lubin, Ph.D. | Feb 21, 2023 | change, Mindfulness, stress management, Uncategorized |
Self esteem is often about comparing ourself to others to decide if we are succeeding or failing. Yes, it is helpful to have a more positive view of ourselves, but our opinion of ourselves is often a “fair weather friend ” We all know how slippery a...
by Louise Lubin, Ph.D. | Jan 17, 2023 | Uncategorized |
We are all trying to figure out what we are feeling and how to let others know what we need. Erin Olivio,Ph.D. author of Wise Mind Living–Master Your Emotions, Transform Your Life , lists eight different families of emotions. These are: LOVE, HAPPINESS, FEAR, ANGER,...
by Louise Lubin, Ph.D. | Dec 12, 2022 | Uncategorized |
We all struggle with the ever changing demands of life and need a “safe place” to retreat to- either physically or in our mind. This refuge can be seen as an escape, although it does not have to be viewed as avoiding what we need to do or achieve. It can be more like...
by Louise Lubin, Ph.D. | Nov 7, 2022 | Uncategorized |
Now that we are into November, the holiday season is on our minds. Often for many of us, this time of year is filled with expectations that we place on ourselves and our beliefs that we must meet the needs of everyone else. The source of much of this stress is that we...
by Louise Lubin, Ph.D. | Sep 29, 2022 | Uncategorized |
Some of you may know that I have retired from my private practice after 40 years. I am working with the Sentara Brock Center where I hope to put my energy and give back to the many individuals who have shared their cancer journey with me. The Center is focused on...
by Louise Lubin, Ph.D. | Sep 19, 2022 | Mindfulness, Uncategorized |
I read an article by Amy Krause Rosenthal “You May Want to Marry My Husband” that she wrote before she died of ovarian cancer. Her Plan “Be” embraces the vital tool of living in the NOW for anyone dealing with challenging life events . All of us!! Wanting to...
by Louise Lubin, Ph.D. | Aug 8, 2022 | Uncategorized |
How do you describe Fear? You might use words like dread, nervous, uncertain, worried, uneasy, or anxious. Whatever you call it, the fact is we all feel fear. When you believe you are in danger, either physical or emotional, your body responds with the biological...
by Louise Lubin, Ph.D. | Jul 18, 2022 | stress management, Uncategorized |
POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGY is the study of the emotions and strengths that help you and others thrive. We all want to live meaningful and fulfilling lives and grow what is best within ourselves to improve our love, work, and play. Basically, we all want to be happy....
by Louise Lubin, Ph.D. | Jun 20, 2022 | Uncategorized |
How easily do you fall into the trap of being critical of yourself? How often do you compare yourself to others and fall short? Do you believe that if you do not “hold your feet to the fire”, you will lose your edge and not be motivated to accomplish...
by Louise Lubin, Ph.D. | Jun 1, 2022 | Uncategorized |
When we struggle with the ever changing demands of life, we all need a “safe place” to retreat to- either physically or in our mind’s eye. This refuge can be seen as an escape, although it does not have to be viewed as avoiding what needs to be done. It can be...
