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]
The Relationship Between Nostalgia, Depression, and Grief
It's normal to go through moments of nostalgia. You may visit a place that reminds you of home, or merely find yourself wandering through a [read more]
Can Anticipatory Anxiety in Fear of Flying Be Resolved?
The short answer is: Yes. The longer answer is: Yes, however resolving it doesn't generally happen the way people think it should. Resolving Anticipatory Anxiety [read more]
Depression and Self-Sabotage: Making the World Match You
Depression and feelings of low self-worth can have an impact in many areas of your life. Typical daily activities such as getting out of bed [read more]
Does the Media Increase Fear of Flying?
People see these stories all the time: A flight returns to the airport because of an issue (generally more out of precaution than a full [read more]
The Complexity of Sadness
Sadness isn’t always a desired feeling, but it is an essential emotion as part of the human experience. While some are more able to allow [read more]
Grass Is Greener Syndrome: THE BOOK
My book, "Grass Is Greener Syndrome: Relationships, Commitment, Perfectionism, and the Life-Changing Fear of Missing Out" is now available! For those who are new to [read more]
The Hidden Connection Between Trauma and Migraines
When you think of chronic pain, people often think that physical injuries or medical conditions are the primary culprits. However, there is actually a significant [read more]
Grass is Greener Syndrome: The Desire for the “Next” Relationship
If you haven't read my other articles or seen my webinar on Grass Is Greener Syndrome, they are on my website. A new book on [read more]
How Self-Esteem Influences Relationships
Do you ever wonder why some people seem to effortlessly navigate social situations while others often struggle? Self-esteem and generally how you feel about yourself [read more]