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What happens when you want something or someone very badly but something keeps getting in the way? Think about the times you feel sad or hurt for much longer than you expected. A big goal didn’t happen. Or maybe you can’t do something you really like, whether that’s doing an activity or going…
The holidays can be a complex time emotionally. Many of us look forward to the season’s joy and celebration, but for some, the holidays can also bring feelings of loneliness, stress, or unmet expectations. These struggles, sometimes known as the “holiday blues,” can feel especially isolating,…
Understanding our emotions and how they work can often feel like a puzzle. Affect Theory, a concept developed by psychologist Silvan Tomkins, offers a fascinating framework for unraveling this puzzle. This theory explains how our basic affects—simple, automatic responses to stimuli—combine to…
As a licensed psychologist with over three decades of experience, I’ve observed a recurring pattern in many of my patients that I’ve come to call Chronic Shame Syndrome. While not an official diagnosis, this condition affects countless individuals, significantly impacting their daily lives and…
Welcome to the Meaningful Happiness podcast, where we explore emotions and the feelings that shape our lives. I’m Dr. Scott Conkright, the host of this podcast and the founder of the platforms Meaningful Happiness and The Relationship Workshops. Today, we dive into Understanding Chronic Shame…
Welcome back to the Meaningful Happiness Podcast, where we explore the intricate world of emotions and relationships through the innovative framework of Affect Relational Therapy. I’m Dr. Scott Conkright, and today, we’re diving into the fascinating world of emotions, affects, and what I like to…
Welcome back to the Meaningful Happiness Podcast, where we explore the intricate world of emotions and relationships through the innovative framework of Affect Relational Therapy. I’m Dr. Scott Conkright, and today we’re diving into the emotional rollercoaster of adolescence as depicted in…