Magnification and minimization are a part of automatic thinking. We all have automatic defaults. We all automatically magnify certain aspects of ourselves while minimizing aspects of others and vice versa. For those who are ruled by magnification and minimization, their default is to deflect and chose the magnification and minimization pattern that leaves them the…

Emotional intelligence (EQ) is the ability to understand your emotional states and the emotional states of others. EQ can help reduce stress and anxiety while also improving your interpersonal relationships and communication. Individuals with a high EQ tend to have more life satisfaction overall. This is because EQ is a vital skill for de-escalating negative…

A lot of my clients ask me how to become the best version of themselves with little to no idea of what that would like. Most people have a list of generic descriptors such as more confident, more energetic, and more patient. All of which generally boils down to “more”. I always ask is being…