The holidays can be a time of connection, reflection, and joy but for many people, they also bring a mix of stress, tension, and old emotional patterns. Family gatherings in particular can reactivate the same dynamics that used to make us feel small, unseen, or...
Why Mindfulness Feels Harder Than It Should Mindfulness has become a buzzword. But for many gay men, the idea of “being present” or “sitting with your feelings” is incredibly challenging. Why? Because so many of us have been conditioned, subtly or overtly, to disconnect from...
Summer in NYC is full of energy, it can feel like non-stop rooftop parties, Fire Island weekends, and late-night gatherings. At many of these events, the drinks flow, substances are being used, and suddenly it’s hard to know if you’re making choices that feel good...
Have you ever felt stuck between two seemingly opposite feelings—like wanting to be alone and craving connection, or feeling angry at someone and still loving them? If so, you’ve already experienced the heart of dialectics — a core concept in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) ....