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What does "Making Space" have to do with mental health?
Assuming one is a finished product with no need to accommodate new ideas is a dead end. Read on to know more about how a "making space" mindset can boost your wellbeing and radically change your experience of life. Many of us live full lives—full calendars, full homes, full minds. Yet fullness is not the same as fulfillment. When every corner of our environment and inner world is crowded, there is little room left for growth, adaptability, or possibility. You know that feelin
drmariecdumas
Jan 134 min read


When should you change strategies for insomnia?
The sleep hygiene techniques we learned about in graduate school are now proven inadequate as a stand-alone for most insomniacs. Read on to know more about what the recent science says, and for information on a more practical, comprehensive approach. There is no doubt that insomnia is a major problem for many clients that impacts quality of life and affects our health outcomes. It seems like I have heard the entire range of human sleep circumstances that contribute to insomni
drmariecdumas
Oct 22, 20259 min read


How would you answer my favorite therapy question?
I often ask clients the following question: "What do you want more of in your life right now, and what do you want less of?" The results...
drmariecdumas
Sep 13, 20254 min read


What potentially addictive brain toxin should you reduce immediately for better mental health?
Read on to learn what recent scientific findings demonstrate about sound addiction, neurology, and the absolute necessity to reduce noise...
drmariecdumas
Jun 30, 20256 min read


How do I get comfortable with the "scaries" of hard conversations?
Overcoming the "scaries" is critical for protecting yourself and the health of your relationships Firstly, let's call it assertiveness,...
drmariecdumas
May 22, 20255 min read


Why is "Manifesting" a dangerous pop psychology trend?
You've probably heard of it, but do you know the research behind "manifesting?" In today's world, the notion of "manifesting" has gained...
drmariecdumas
Apr 22, 20256 min read


What are the best metaphors for optimum mental health?
Actually, in my mind there are two. Read on to find out how to use them to maximize your potential. Then give yourself time to reflect on...
drmariecdumas
Dec 23, 20245 min read


How can living seasonally increase mental wellbeing?
Modern culture has de-emphasized our relationship with nature. This post explores how we can live in better harmony with the seasons and...
drmariecdumas
Nov 12, 20246 min read


How can we reduce confirmation bias?
What is Confirmation Bias and how do we fight one of the most tricky human instincts? It takes decisive action to overcome. Read on for...
drmariecdumas
Jun 10, 20245 min read


How do you find balance with social media use?
First, you must understand that like tobacco companies, the goal of social media is to keep you using. Then, you can make a mindful...
drmariecdumas
Apr 5, 20246 min read


How do you recognize personal or occupational burnout and how does R3I theory relate?
The military approach to mission readiness can be easily applied to the general population in order to address personal and occupational...
drmariecdumas
Mar 11, 20244 min read


How should you prepare for therapy?
Taking a few moments to plot your progress, jot down your thoughts and feelings, and to write out questions between sessions can make a...
drmariecdumas
Feb 22, 20243 min read


How do you overcome the fear of not having enough?
Fear of not having enough is incredibly common. Persistent fear of not having enough, also called scarcity, is worth examining. The fear...
drmariecdumas
Feb 12, 20244 min read


How do you make resolutions stick over time?
Resolutions are a surprising source of emotional intensity given the common aversion to time pressure and past disappointments. They can...
drmariecdumas
Feb 7, 20243 min read


What are some coping strategies for spending the holidays away from "home"?
The holiday season is a time for joy, celebration, and togetherness, but what if your festive spirit is accompanied by the realization...
drmariecdumas
Dec 7, 20235 min read


Are friendships really that important for wellness?
The latest science says, yes, definitively. From the moment we enter the world, we are wired to connect with others. As we navigate the...
drmariecdumas
Nov 22, 20235 min read


How is expat wellness unique?
Embarking on a journey to live in a new country is a thrilling yet challenging experience for any expat. Immigration offers a special...
drmariecdumas
Nov 21, 20235 min read


Wondering how to thrive in uncertain economic times?
"They say fear is strengthened by exercising fear. May your fear have love handles." - Eric Gibson Jump in Life's Puddles Psychologists...
drmariecdumas
Mar 31, 20205 min read


Wellbeing in a time of collective panic? Yes, it is possible.
The best use of imagination is creativity, the worst use of imagination is anxiety. - Deepak Chopra Compassion Peace is a process that...
drmariecdumas
Mar 25, 20204 min read


What is Cybertherapy?
Wellness for today's global world that comes to you on your own terms and uses technology and innovation to reach you without barriers....
drmariecdumas
Mar 13, 20203 min read
Dr. Marie C. Dumas, EI
Cybertherapy Consulting
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