Personal Development Archives - Rostyslav Shemechko

Making Your Plans For 2026?

Try a different approach to planning. Let yourself decide what really matters. In therapy, we often talk about values-based planning […]

Myth: You have to be loud and extroverted to benefit from therapy. Reality: Therapy supports all personalities, and you can

Why Trying to NOT Be Depressed Keeps You Depressed Here’s something that surprises many of my clients: The harder you

Feeling overwhelmed by the Christmas rush? You’re not alone. The weeks leading up to Christmas often bring packed schedules, financial

Do you believe that psychotherapists can “fix” you? In reality, therapists guide and equip you with tools; you’re the agent

Try starting your day with a brief planning ritual: jot down 3 achievable tasks, plus one “buffer” activity to protect

Are you running out of steam to finish that task? Let’s flip the script and get it done! Here are

Did you know that reading for just 20-30 minutes a day can help reduce stress and boost mood? In psychotherapy,

Clutter can spark overwhelm and stress. A calmer space often supports a calmer mood and better focus. Visual noise, decision

In our fast-paced lives, we often react automatically to stressors without taking a moment to center ourselves. Taking just a

Grief is a deeply personal journey that everyone experiences differently. During this challenging time, your words can provide comfort and

Have you heard about a psychological pattern where individuals doubt their accomplishments and fear being exposed as a “fraud?” It’s