YD Goldstein, PhD
@ChoicePointPsy
Helping people live by design, not by default. https://www.drydgoldstein.com
Getting in shape is a psychological process that’s disguised as a physical one.
Burnout is inversely proportional to meaning
Every moment is a choice point, live by design, not by default.
This is the nature of Generalized Anxiety Disorder (GAD).
91.4% of worries experienced by people with anxiety never come true.
Emotion dysregulation isn’t one-size-fits-all. PTSD is driven by a nervous system stuck in survival mode. Borderline personality disorder is driven by intense emotional reactivity, especially in relationships. Understanding the difference leads to better treatment and outcomes.
"Towards moves" involve making space for the pain which will invariably come along. Check out Russ Harris's work to learn more about the "Choice Point" in ACT.
When chronic stress is unavoidable, retrain the alarm system instead of trying to mute it
Chronic stress can rewire the brain to stay on high alert. Even normal events start to feel like threats when the limbic system is overactivated. It’s like having a smoke alarm that won’t shut off.
Chronic stress can rewire the brain to stay on high alert. Even normal events start to feel like threats when the limbic system is overactivated. It’s like having a smoke alarm that won’t shut off.
Psychologically, the lines between emotional and physical pain are blurred
Social rejection triggers similar brain regions as physical pain
Social rejection triggers similar brain regions as physical pain
With finals coming up, make sure to eat, drink, and sleep to maintain your mental health and cope with the stress.
Fundamentally, aggression starts off as a form of communication. Aggression in toddlers is reduced as they learn other effective ways to communicate
"We’re often told that aggression is something we learn. But the evidence suggests the opposite: that kids have to learn not to be aggressive." [Link below.]
![SteveStuWill's tweet image. "We’re often told that aggression is something we learn. But the evidence suggests the opposite: that kids have to learn not to be aggressive."
[Link below.]](https://pbs.twimg.com/media/G7BrOERaoAAxL7O.png)
Life is a choice. The choice here is not about whether or not to have pain. It is whether or not to live a valued, meaningful life. You’ve had enough suffering. Get out of your mind and into your life. ~Steven Hayes
People who don't drink enough water have stronger cortisol spikes when stressed. Stay hydrated.
Stress isn’t always the enemy. How you interpret it is. Reframing stress as helpful instead of harmful improves performance and reduces anxiety.
What actually works in therapy? @StevenCHayes explains why psychological flexibility—being present, open, and engaged—is the key driver of real change in therapy. Learn what makes therapy effective and what doesn't. 🔗 Read more: ow.ly/CXsR30sQMe3 #ACBS #Therapy…
Fascinating
Why we dance: The surprising link between talking, music, and moving to the beat. My latest essay @PsychToday adapted from my forthcoming @mitpress book, Wired for Words. psychologytoday.com/us/blog/wired-…
Glad to see promising ACT research on treating emotional eating
New research is changing how we understand emotional eating! This study introduces the first-ever ACT-based treatment designed specifically for emotional eating — and it works. 🙌 ✨ ACT improved mindful eating, reduced emotional eating, and boosted psychological flexibility. ✨…
United States Trends
- 1. Phil N/A
- 2. Kid Rock N/A
- 3. Groundhog Day N/A
- 4. Savannah Guthrie N/A
- 5. Iwo Jima N/A
- 6. SSPX N/A
- 7. Brantley Gilbert N/A
- 8. Lee Brice N/A
- 9. Jelly Roll N/A
- 10. Trevor Noah N/A
- 11. Codex N/A
- 12. AP Poll N/A
- 13. Anthony Weaver N/A
- 14. Turismo N/A
- 15. $EVA N/A
- 16. Gabby Barrett N/A
- 17. Tulsi N/A
- 18. Billie Eilish N/A
- 19. Ricky Gervais N/A
- 20. #LaSayonaEpstein N/A
Something went wrong.
Something went wrong.