Erin Mokhtar MFT

01/09/2022

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/meaning-lost-and-found/202112/5-small-ways-reconsider-your-lifes-meaning

Very good article about reframing the way one looks at their life...

In defense of not following your dreams.

07/24/2020

https://www.wsj.com/articles/the-real-work-of-parenting-a-rare-girl-11595515029

The therapists who saw my daughter with Wolf-Hirschhorn syndrome as “abnormal’” missed the light in her eyes—and a deep lesson about love.

05/01/2020

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/click-here-happiness/201810/how-control-your-emotions-when-they-are-out-control

Feeling really amped up or upset? Try these strategies to control your emotions.

04/05/2020

https://youtu.be/OoVU6V58Nro

So this is a political podcast which is very smart and funny but the guest (which starts about 50 minutes in) shares his thoughts about depression and anxiety which are quite revelatory.

Writer Johann Hari joins the show from London to discuss dealing with anxiety and depression during Covid-19. Matt breaks down a piece on the economic bailou...

03/07/2020

Do how do you raise your self-esteem? Here are some key concepts...

https://bigthink.com/personal-growth/scientific-ways-to-boost-confidence

There are scientifically proven ways you can improve your self-esteem, right now.

02/07/2020

https://blog.amazingmarvin.com/how-many-hours-can-you-actually-be-productive-in-a-day/

Very interesting article... Are you burnt out?...

In the 9-5 era, much is made of squeezing every last drop of productivity to get ahead in the world. But realistically, how many hours can a human actually be productive and get work done each day? Is it realistic to actually work for eight hours a day, like many people are still paid to …

02/05/2020

https://youtu.be/oNdR51cfg6o

Great, simple ideas. Kids, teens, and adults can have issues with executive functioning.

Executive functioning problems - is it limited to children only or do adults experience it too? What does it mean? Is it normal? We're getting a lot of quest...

11/04/2019

This is a terrific "view from the inside" of ADHD! Well worth the time to watch ...
https://youtu.be/fWCocjh5aK0

09/11/2019

https://www.byrdie.com/adaptogens-for-energy-4764591

Want to get a natural energy boost from an adaptogen rather than your usual hit of caffeine? Here are the 9 adaptogens that will support your body and have you feeling great.

07/27/2019

https://youtu.be/WFmsOrTpKn8

There are more than 1,400 homeless people in Albuquerque, New Mexico. Now though, the state is working to get those people off the streets, by giving them jo...

07/04/2019

"Once you grow up you have to keep explaining why you belong, why you deserve to be there, for example when looking for a job, or getting into college, but when you're a kid you're there just because you want to be."... Well-said!

https://youtu.be/V-bjOJzB7LY

http://www.ted.com Child prodigy Adora Svitak says the world needs "childish" thinking: bold ideas, wild creativity and especially optimism. Kids' big dreams...

04/22/2019

Governor Newsom has been very busy. I'm hoping we will get a high speed train one day and I like the initiative to build 3 million new housing units. They're needed.

In his first 100 days in office, Newsom quickly set about launching parts of the progressive agenda he promised during his campaign.

12/16/2018

One of the most difficult aspects of my work as a therapist for over 16 years is supporting clients in long-term financial distress. I can empathize, I can suggest coping skills, but I can't take away the brutal economic situations people often find themselves in. I can and do validate the reality of the economic situation and that it doesn't help to internalize rejection, or equate worthiness with income. Good article.

There’s an employment phenomenon affecting millions of Americans right now, but you’ve probably never heard of it. It's underemployment.

12/12/2018

This is their family pledge. Why not write your own for your family?

11/21/2018

https://www.wsj.com/graphics/genz-is-coming-to-your-office/

The generation now entering the workforce is sober, industrious and driven by money. They are also socially awkward and timid about taking the reins.

09/02/2018

https://www.spring.org.uk/2018/09/relationship-pattern-poor-mental-health.php

Over 60% of people have been involved in this type of relationship.

01/15/2018

I'm intrigued by all the new developments in psychiatry going on right now. They're not being utilized widespread... yet... but I see a lot of options on the horizon for mental health support.

Ketamine led to clinically meaningful reductions in suicidal ideation within 24 hours after infusion that persisted at 6 weeks with optimized pharmacologic therapy, results of a large trial show.

11/07/2017

10/22/2017

No unlockable doors... no legitimate kings and queens... no incurable ills...no unachievable goals.

Ozzy's music video for the song "I Just Want You" from the 'Ozzmosis' album. 'Memoirs of a Madman' 4.5 hour double dvd set available at http://bit.ly/memoirs...

09/26/2017

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09/20/2017

"The Power of Communication"

07/17/2017

A quote from Joseph Campbell; "Midlife is when you reach the top of the ladder and find that is was against the wrong wall."

06/09/2017

Life is an adventure! You are the hero. The hero's journey unfolds... you have what it takes to live your life!

06/03/2017

Imagining a beautiful future

Outsiders stereotype Los Angeles as car-addicted, polluted and lacking in public transit. But the City of Angels has undergone major changes over the pas...

06/03/2017

Acceptance of the Unacceptable

05/20/2017

https://youtu.be/h4mmeN8gv9o

Pakistani educator Ziauddin Yousafzai reminds the world of a simple truth that many don't want to hear: Women and men deserve equal opportunities for educati...

04/30/2017

Healing from Loss

Jaden Hayes is determined not to let sadness overcome him or anyone else