Excerpt: So, what exactly is deep work? Los Angeles-based psychologist Dr. Yvonne Thomas, Ph.D., says the concept was originally coined by author Cal Newport, where he defines deep work as the engaging in a practice that cultivates a person’s ability to focus on and be present for a specific task. In terms of work, you’d be free of…
Excerpt: Share yourself slowly. Love, at first sight, is a lovely thought but in practice, it isn’t exactly sustainable. While you may be initially attracted to a person and be stunned by how magical your initial dates are, taking your emotions day by day will help you open up more naturally. Psychologist Dr. Yvonne Thomas,…
Excerpt: Surround Yourself With Support Even if you will soon no longer be a spouse, you’re still a friend. A son … A brother. Psychologist Dr. Yvonne Thomas, Ph.D. suggests that especially during difficult situations, gathering around loving family and friends can help you see how valuable and worthy you are. Separations can make us doubt…
