Live Life Creatively

Resilience

The Gospel According to Jon Batiste

Michael Alcee Ph.D. on April 13, 2022

Losing hope in a world of constant division, turmoil, and despair? Jon Batiste has some good news.

Losing hope in a world of constant division, turmoil, and despair? Jon Batiste has some good news.

Trauma

The Oscars Show Nobody Expected

Michael Alcee Ph.D. on March 28, 2022

What was that? Here's how we can start making sense of the Oscars drama we didn't see coming.

What was that? Here's how we can start making sense of the Oscars drama we didn't see coming.

OCD

The Art of Changing While Staying the Same for People with OCD

Michael Alcee Ph.D. on March 22, 2022

Do you struggle with the ups and downs of OCD? A butterfly can help you find your center again.

Do you struggle with the ups and downs of OCD? A butterfly can help you find your center again.

Anger

Have You Got Frazzlebrain?

Michael Alcee Ph.D. on March 16, 2022

Feeling frazzled? A few tips from neuropsychology will center you again.

Feeling frazzled? A few tips from neuropsychology will center you again.

Empathy

Leadership Lessons in Crisis: X-ennials to the Rescue

Michael Alcee Ph.D. on March 2, 2022

Worried about the state of the world? X-ennials are stepping up to lead the way.

Worried about the state of the world? X-ennials are stepping up to lead the way.

Relationships

Learning to Love the Blues

Michael Alcee Ph.D. on February 2, 2022

There's a renaissance in embracing your negative emotions. Learn how to tap into their hidden powers.

There's a renaissance in embracing your negative emotions. Learn how to tap into their hidden powers.

Resilience

Emotional Improvisation Lessons for the Year Ahead

Michael Alcee Ph.D. on December 31, 2021

Is there a way to emotionally keep up with the changes? Some tips from music and trauma research can help us this year ahead.

Is there a way to emotionally keep up with the changes? Some tips from music and trauma research can help us this year ahead.

Body Image

The Time of Year When Body Image Can Plummet

Michael Alcee Ph.D. on December 30, 2021

Are you in a post-holiday body image spiral? A message from Bebe Rexha can provide valuable lessons.

Are you in a post-holiday body image spiral? A message from Bebe Rexha can provide valuable lessons.

Career

The Beatles Gift That Keeps on Giving

Michael Alcee Ph.D. on December 20, 2021

Looking for that creative spark in your work and personal life? The Beatles can help you "Get Back."

Looking for that creative spark in your work and personal life? The Beatles can help you "Get Back."

Resilience

Life Hacks My Therapist Never Taught Me

Michael Alcee Ph.D. on November 2, 2021

Did you miss the class on how to make your life work? A few simple life hacks can bring out a fuller you.

Did you miss the class on how to make your life work? A few simple life hacks can bring out a fuller you.

Extroversion

The Unique Gifts and Challenges of Introverted Extroverts

Michael Alcee Ph.D. on October 7, 2021

Introverted extroverts have a superpower and a secret identity. Keeping them balanced is an art few talk about.

Introverted extroverts have a superpower and a secret identity. Keeping them balanced is an art few talk about.

Anxiety

Find Your Feelings, Not Your Anxiety

Michael Alcee Ph.D. on September 20, 2021

If you ever felt there was more to your OCD anxiety than your thoughts, you were right. Finding your feelings can help you find your way back to yourself again.

If you ever felt there was more to your OCD anxiety than your thoughts, you were right. Finding your feelings can help you find your way back to yourself again.

Creativity

What We Can Learn from the Virgin Galactic Mission

Michael Alcee Ph.D. on July 15, 2021

Richard Branson's flight to the edge of space was more than just a technical feat. It was a psychological one too.

Richard Branson's flight to the edge of space was more than just a technical feat. It was a psychological one too.

Adolescence

Good for You: You Look Happy and Healthy!

Michael Alcee Ph.D. on June 25, 2021

A song of summer showcases the surprising benefits of therapy. A happier and healthier you!

A song of summer showcases the surprising benefits of therapy. A happier and healthier you!

Extroversion

The Introverted Extrovert Paradise of Skiing

Michael Alcee Ph.D. on February 24, 2021

Looking for an energy boost this winter as an introverted extrovert? Skiing may just be your ticket.

Looking for an energy boost this winter as an introverted extrovert? Skiing may just be your ticket.

Stress

Passing the Pandemic Stress Test?

Michael Alcee Ph.D. on February 4, 2021

Are you feeling the emotional pressure of this pandemic on your marriage and family? You are not alone.

Are you feeling the emotional pressure of this pandemic on your marriage and family? You are not alone.

Sick and tired of Zoom? Here's how I made my peace with it. You can, too.

Stress

Puzzling Our Way Through the Pandemic

Michael Alcee Ph.D. on November 23, 2020

Puzzles are making a comeback. See why they're the perfect self-care for this pandemic.

Puzzles are making a comeback. See why they're the perfect self-care for this pandemic.

Depression

Why So Many Are Feeling SAD During This Pandemic

Michael Alcee Ph.D. on November 22, 2020

Are you feeling the winter blues early this year? Tips to understand it and get through it.

Are you feeling the winter blues early this year? Tips to understand it and get through it.

Narcissism

What Narcissism Means to Me

Michael Alcee Ph.D. on November 20, 2020

Why are we intrigued and repelled by the narcissists in our lives? Understanding the landscape can go a long way.

Why are we intrigued and repelled by the narcissists in our lives? Understanding the landscape can go a long way.