Laura Wald, Ph.D.

04/30/2025

Comfort in, Dump out.

It works in all kinds of crises -- medical, legal, even existential. It's the 'Ring Theory' of kvetching. The first rule is comfort in, dump out.

08/24/2017

Teaching children about how to identify their feelings, and about consent, can be so powerful. And if you're an adult who didn't learn about this growing up, it's not too late!

06/12/2017

Thoughtful guide for how to navigate communicating in a crisis/difficult situation: Comfort In, Dump Out.

What do you think?

When Susan had breast cancer, we heard a lot of lame remarks, but our favorite came from one of Susan's colleagues. She wanted, she needed, to visit Susan after the surgery, but Susan didn't feel...

05/02/2017

The benefits of slow breathing are profound-- Check it out.

Stimulating the vagus nerve reduces inflammation and the symptoms of arthritis.

06/07/2016

There have been some big advances in how we understand fear, trauma and memory in recent years. I think that the idea of reconsolidating memories that is discussed in this article is part of what makes EMDR work for phobias and trauma. And I understand that the idea of actually changing our memories can be both delightful and spooky, depending on the context (e.g. Eternal Sunshine of the Spotless Mind). What do you think?

Scientists have discovered a radical new way to treat our most traumatic memories.

05/17/2016

Does this sound like you? Therapy can help you get clear on where you want to go and how to get there.

WASHINGTON—According to a study published this week in the American Journal Of Psychology, the average person’s plan for their life is only capable of withstanding 25 seconds of honest, direct questioning before falling apart.

05/10/2016

Great tips to soothe yourself and de-stress.

As a highly-sensitive person (as defined by Elaine Aron in her bestseller The Highly Sensitive Person), I’m easily overwhelmed, or over-aroused (not in a sexual way — not on antidepressants). I have been compiling ways to calm down over the...

04/29/2016

An interesting article on how narcissists may behave in conflict. What do you think?

3. They're vindictive to the max.

04/26/2016

A fascinating way to understand why breakups can hurt so much-- and tips for alleviating the pain.

What do you think?

It's withdrawal, just as you would feel after giving up a drug.

09/28/2015

The often-misunderstood introvert, in pictures.

Often alone, rarely lonely.

09/28/2015

Feeling disconnected? Bored? Uninspired? It may be your smartphone...

What have we done to face-to-face conversation?