Unmasking the Truth: The Hidden Battle Between Affect Shame and Emotional Turmoil
Silvan Tompkins, a prominent thinker in psychology, had a unique take on shame. According to him, shame is like an automatic, built-in
Author: Dr. Scott Conkright, PsyD
Vibes Speak Louder Than Words: Unpacking Vitality Affects in Work and Love
Have you ever noticed how the vibe of a message changes with the tone, even if the words are the same? This
From Laid Off to Lifted Up: Embracing A.R.T. for Career Resilience and Growth
You’re not alone if you’re navigating the challenging waters of unemployment. But did you know that understanding and managing the shame often
Love is more than “I Love You”
We often throw around the words “I love you” without much thought or intention behind them. As a society, we’re quick to
Group Therapy: The Gold Standard of Psychotherapy
I have been conducting, teaching and writing about group therapy for over 25 years. I have seen people’s lives transformed by the
The Secret Ingredient of Relational Intelligence
Did you know that in Relational Intelligence there are only nine affects (feelings)? Did you know that they are biologically based,