What do you do with the mad that you feel?: How to deal with difficult emotions

Is there such a thing as a bad feeling? Do you try and push away difficult emotions but notice they don’t really go away? We all feel a range of emotions but sometimes struggle to let them out and deal with them. In this post, I respond to common myths about emotions, discuss why emotions are important to attend to, and how to tame the more difficult emotions we struggle with. Included are some cameos by Mr. Fred Rogers as he asks the important question: What do you do with the mad that you feel? Learn what to do with all of your feelings.

Embracing Changes in Your Routine Can Help You Live A Better Life

Changes happen all of the time. When our routines are disrupted, it can lead to more anxiety and stress. But what if these disruptions could lead to more creativity, positive change, and better solutions for your life? I write about a slightly different perspective about routines than I normally do and include points by Tim Harford from a TED talk on Creativity. I challenge you to embrace disruptions and see how change might be a good thing. Read more to learn how embracing change is possible.

habits, mindset, stressYesel YoonJune 9, 2020Yesel Yoon PhD NYC Psychologisthabits, mindset, creativity, anxiety, stressComment

How to Enjoy Activities Safely During a Pandemic Summer

We’re moving into the summer with the pandemic still upon us and many are anxious to get out and about. What’s the best way to safely enjoy activities this summer? Luckily you can definitely still enjoy outdoor or indoor activities! I share an article by Julie Singh, founder of TripOutside.com, who writes about how to stay sane and active while social distancing. I also share some ways I have personally been able to keep up with old routines and new activities. Hopefully this will give you some ideas for how you can also enjoy life and maintain your physical, mental, and emotional health!

Lessons About Burnout that I Learned By Becoming an Entrepreneur in Psychology Private Practice

We often get messages about peak performance and productivity, and pursuing our passions, but we don’t get the healthy ones that will help us prevent burn out and cope with overwhelming stress and anxiety. Whether you are an entrepreneur or any sort of professional who has experienced burnout, today’s blog article is for you. I share lessons I’ve learned by becoming a psychologist in private practice and how I’ve dealt with the ups and downs of burn out, pressures to perform, and pursuing a career passion. Read more to feel less alone and get encouraged about the normalcy of these challenges.

Demystifying the dreaded task of networking. It begins with who you already know

Does the thought of networking make you shudder? To succeed in your job search and progress in your career, you’re always told you have to network. But how do you network effectively? You actually hold the key to networking and it exists in who and what you already know. I demystify this daunting and dreaded task of networking in today’s post by sharing two key strategies. You have what it takes to network and succeed in growing career opportunities and it will not necessarily entail more cocktail hours. Read more to get less stressed about networking!

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