Rethinking the Word “Anxiety”As a psychologist specializing in anxiety therapy for more than 30 years, I often remind patients that the words we use to talk to ourselves matter. Take the word “anxiety.”Clinically, anxiety refers to a group of psychological and...
In more than 30 years of clinical practice, I’ve met people from just about every walk of life—urban and rural, wealthy and working-class, religious and secular, professionals and laborers. Despite these differences, one theme comes up again and again: people want...
How changing one small word can strengthen confidence and boost self-esteem.Many people who come to therapy describe a quiet but persistent sense of self-doubt. They often struggle with low self-esteem, conflict avoidance, or a lack of confidence—and one surprising...