In a couple of days, millions of people across the United States will be coming together with family and friends to celebrate Thanksgiving. This year the inevitable political discussion will likely pop up around dinner tables all over the country. Given that this election has been one of the most divisive in recent history, it’s…
Navigating food choices during the holiday season often presents challenges, especially if you’re trying to lose weight. Delicious holiday treats are hard to resist. Decisions about what to eat and not eat at holiday parties can induce anxiety, shame, frustration and guilt. Studies show that depriving ourselves of the foods we love can lead to…
When I was pregnant with my first child, a friend offered me a pearl of wisdom that has not only stayed with me as a parent, but that I have used many times in my work as a psychologist. “Don’t get too comfortable with anything,” she said. “Just when you think you’ve got it all…