Nathan’s Blog
The Many Faces of Anxiety
Anxiety is often seen as a collective ball. An all-encompassing state of being that you either have or don't have. But in reality, there are [read more]
Does Nostalgia Fuel Depression?
Ah, the good old days. If only I could go back and relive those moments. Nothing will ever be as good as that time with [read more]
Grass is Greener Syndrome: The Starvation of Needs
Grass is Greener Syndrome can be exhausting and defeating. People sometimes dismiss this issue with a quick wave of the hand -- "Oh, you always [read more]
Can Talking to Friends Really Replace Therapy?
As a therapist with many years of experience, and always aiming to improve my work every day, it frustrates me when I hear people equate [read more]
Fear of Flying: A Focused Approach
Fear of flying is a difficult phobia to treat with conventional therapy techniques. Therapists often attempt to treat this phobia with standard cognitive-behavioral techniques, but [read more]
The Grass is Greener Syndrome
How many times have we heard the cliche, "The grass is always greener on the other side?" While the overuse of this phrase has mostly [read more]
12-Steps to Creating Motivation When Depressed
Creating motivation when feeling depressed can be one of the most difficult things a person can do. An episode of depression can be physically and [read more]
Are Rebound Relationships Doomed?
Rebound relationships can be quite intense. It's often the case that the longer the previous relationship, the more intense the rebound. Why are rebound relationships [read more]
Why am I scared to meet new people??
"My close friend, my only real friend, invited me out for dinner last week. I was so excited because I hadn't been out in over [read more]
Self-Criticism and Depression: The Vicious Cycle
Self-criticism and depression are frequently locked in a toxic, self-sustaining cycle. When you’re constantly beating yourself down for making mistakes, or maintaining impossibly high standards, [read more]
Fear of Flying: Why Anticipatory Anxiety Is So Powerful
If you've struggled with the anticipation of flying, you know first hand how torturous it can be to lead up to a flight when you're [read more]
The Daunting Cycle of Perfectionism
People who have a tendency towards perfectionism may tell you that being a perfectionist drives their success. That striving for flawlessness makes them the best [read more]
Fear of Flying Worsens When People Gasp During Turbulence
Imagine for a moment that you're sitting in an airplane that's been having a pretty smooth flight so far. The fasten seatbelt sign is off, [read more]
When Perfectionism Crosses The Line
Perfectionism can sometimes mask as positive ambition. Society can have a way of celebrating high achievement and the relentless pursuit of excellence. However, there’s a [read more]
Finding Hope During Depression
When consumed by the depths and darkness of depression, finding hope can feel daunting and even impossible altogether. The weight of depression can shift how [read more]
Do Feelings of Nostalgia Create Unrealistic Expectations for Life Fulfillment?
Nostalgic feelings and thoughts can have a significant impact on people's lives—emotionally and practically. Feelings of deep nostalgia can be heavy in people who struggle [read more]
How Do You Deal With Turbulence?
Many people struggle with turbulence when it comes to fear of flying. Some spend much of a flight anticipating turbulence, almost bracing for it throughout [read more]
Life Before and After: The Experience of Nostalgia and Trauma
It's normal to have moments of nostalgia. Maybe you see something that recalls a memory from the past, or you hear a certain sound, smell [read more]