emotional intelligence Archives - Rostyslav Shemechko

Forced Positivity

The problem with positive thinking isn’t thinking positively – it’s when optimism glosses over real pain. In therapy and in […]

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

Have you heard about hypomania? It is a mood state that is elevated or irritable but milder than mania. People

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

As a psychotherapist, I believe empathy is a strength – when it’s practiced with healthy boundaries. Empathy helps people feel

Hum or softly sing for 1–2 minutes. Vocal vibrations stimulate the vagus nerve, promoting relaxation and a parasympathetic shift. It

Are you feeling overwhelmed by significant changes? Pick one small habit to work on today. Choose a single, achievable habit

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

Do you feel the pressure to be perfect in everything you do? This may be a sign of perfectionism, which