EXCERPT: By definition, decision-paralysis is when you can’t make a choice, no matter how hard you try. As the name suggests, you could feel ‘paralyzed’ to make a decision, leaving you feeling emotionally drained, trapped, and overall unhappy, says Yvonne Thomas, a Los Angeles-based psychologist. Though not in all cases, this usually happens when you have…
EXCERPT: Though it may be second nature to ask a couple about having children, it’s one of the most delicate discussions. After all, many people dream of having kids but struggle with infertility. Others hope to grow their family but want to resolve their financial issues first. Whatever the reason may be, it can be…
EXCERPT: Thank you, Captain Obvious. But seriously — one of the reasons you’re probably making an impulse purchase is because you’re not feeling inspired. From a mental health perspective, you simply need to find other healthier sources of stimulation, says psychologist Dr. Yvonne Thomas, Ph.D. For example, she explains that exercising can be a helpful way…
