Get Hardy

We belong to each other because we are part of the human species struggling to be understood, respected, and connected to each other in a compassionate and meaningful way.

Is there something more to the subject matter of this racy novel that has led to its huge success?

Although Birdman is called a black comedy, not much is funny about Riggan's journey of crisis and transformation.

Stress

Getting to Oz: The Personal Journey Home to the True Self

Deborah Khoshaba Psy.D. on February 7, 2015

Home is more than a place we come from; it's a place of comfort, safety, & happiness we aspire to that expresses much of who we truly are. It's a place called Oz. Some of us know ourselves well enough to reach Oz quickly, while others hope to bump up against what is right for them through wrong experiences that only frustrate their way. See today's post.

Home is more than a place we come from; it's a place of comfort, safety, & happiness we aspire to that expresses much of who we truly are. It's a place called Oz. Some of us know ourselves well enough to reach Oz quickly, while others hope to bump up against what is right for them through wrong experiences that only frustrate their way. See today's post.

Resilience

Oh the Places We Can Go

Deborah Khoshaba Psy.D. on February 6, 2015

Humans are remarkably resilient. No matter what happens to us, we can steer life in the direction of our choice. With enough curiosity, courage, and determination, we can decide which goals and dreams to actualize.

Humans are remarkably resilient. No matter what happens to us, we can steer life in the direction of our choice. With enough curiosity, courage, and determination, we can decide which goals and dreams to actualize.

Sexual Abuse

Victims of Sexual Abuse

Deborah Khoshaba Psy.D. on February 6, 2015

Recent allegations of sexual abuse against Actor Stephen Collins and entertainer Bill Cosby have been in the news. Once again the statute of limitations on reporting sexual abuse has come front and center of our awareness, making us question why more victims do not come forward sooner. Dr. Deborah shares information on this very important matter.

Recent allegations of sexual abuse against Actor Stephen Collins and entertainer Bill Cosby have been in the news. Once again the statute of limitations on reporting sexual abuse has come front and center of our awareness, making us question why more victims do not come forward sooner. Dr. Deborah shares information on this very important matter.

Resilience

How We Story Our Life Experience Matters

Deborah Khoshaba Psy.D. on March 19, 2014

We shape everything that happens to us into personal stories about the lives we are living. Only we can determine the meanings of these events to our whole life. Meanings can move us forward or keep us stuck in the past. Learn to narrate your life experience in ways that show your growth and resilience and move you ahead in meaningful ways.

We shape everything that happens to us into personal stories about the lives we are living. Only we can determine the meanings of these events to our whole life. Meanings can move us forward or keep us stuck in the past. Learn to narrate your life experience in ways that show your growth and resilience and move you ahead in meaningful ways.

Health

Build a Better Brain for Better Mental Health

Deborah Khoshaba Psy.D. on November 14, 2013

If you knew of a way to enhance your brain's health and function would you make that system part of your daily health routine? Find out about three simple ways to do this.

If you knew of a way to enhance your brain's health and function would you make that system part of your daily health routine? Find out about three simple ways to do this.

For some people, acute grief becomes a chronic, debilitating mental health condition that worsens over time.

Anger

Don't Be an Angry Bird

Deborah Khoshaba Psy.D. on September 28, 2013

You don’t have to be an Angry Bird to know something about the challenge of controlling anger. Learning how to express anger is a normal part of self-development that none of us escapes. Become more aware of the areas of functioning that may be contributing to your anger and what is needed for its healthy expression.

You don’t have to be an Angry Bird to know something about the challenge of controlling anger. Learning how to express anger is a normal part of self-development that none of us escapes. Become more aware of the areas of functioning that may be contributing to your anger and what is needed for its healthy expression.

Yoga’s positive benefits for mental health have made it an important practice tool of psychotherapy.

Identity

Free the Authentic You

Deborah Khoshaba Psy.D. on April 27, 2013

I saw the Angel in the marble and carved until I set him free. Michelangelo
You are more than the beliefs that formed you and the social norms guides your everyday living (the ego). You are an authentic self; rich in innate talents and desires that disclose true purpose. Learn how chisel away at your ego to get to your true self. Become Michelangelo

I saw the Angel in the marble and carved until I set him free. Michelangelo
You are more than the beliefs that formed you and the social norms guides your everyday living (the ego). You are an authentic self; rich in innate talents and desires that disclose true purpose. Learn how chisel away at your ego to get to your true self. Become Michelangelo

Career

When Disadvantage Is Your Advantage

Deborah Khoshaba Psy.D. on April 27, 2013

Many things are possible when you are allowed to fail once, and twice, and to try again, in order to break through the barriers of disadvantage. In fact, the great personality theorist Alfred Adler believed that healthy living involves trying to strengthen shortcomings that may be stopping you from carrying out the life you’ve imagined for yourself. Rather than a liability

Many things are possible when you are allowed to fail once, and twice, and to try again, in order to break through the barriers of disadvantage. In fact, the great personality theorist Alfred Adler believed that healthy living involves trying to strengthen shortcomings that may be stopping you from carrying out the life you’ve imagined for yourself. Rather than a liability

"Django Unchained" is an ironic mix of humor and violence that steadies you between the horrific and the comical.

Do you anticipate impending doom at every turn, with little basis to your fears? You may have Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD).

What can I do to get my life moving forward? Most people spend a good deal of their lives trying to find themselves. Some hope to bump into the right people & experiences that will unfold their lives, rather than actually create the experiences in which their authentic selves can be discovered. I give you three key features of creating yourself in today's post.

Narcissism

So, You Insist on Dating a Narcissist?

Deborah Khoshaba Psy.D. on March 29, 2012

If your romantic mate says, "it's me instead of you," read this post carefully.

If your romantic mate says, "it's me instead of you," read this post carefully.

Relationships

A Seven-Step Prescription for Self-Love

Deborah Khoshaba Psy.D. on March 27, 2012

Self-love is an action. It comes through a practice of behaviors and attitudes that grow your appreciation for you.

Self-love is an action. It comes through a practice of behaviors and attitudes that grow your appreciation for you.

Stress

Authentic Kindness Matters to Your Fulfillment

Deborah Khoshaba Psy.D. on March 21, 2012

Authentic kindness opens you to unpredictable consequences, some of which may cause you discomfort. But, don't let this risk stop you from letting your kindness burst forth. You sacrifice experiences that fulfill and deep life's meaning and worth. Learn what this is all about.

Authentic kindness opens you to unpredictable consequences, some of which may cause you discomfort. But, don't let this risk stop you from letting your kindness burst forth. You sacrifice experiences that fulfill and deep life's meaning and worth. Learn what this is all about.

Relationships

The Early Stages of Falling in Love

Deborah Khoshaba Psy.D. on March 20, 2012

There's nothing quite as exhilarating as falling in love. Learn how to stay balanced and well during this exciting time in your life.

There's nothing quite as exhilarating as falling in love. Learn how to stay balanced and well during this exciting time in your life.