Insanely Jealous?
Dear Michael: I have a wonderful girlfriend, “Olivia”. We’ve been together for about two years’ now and we’re both so happy. There’s just one [...]
Slower Is Better
Are you afraid to slow down? Do you think only stupid people go slowly? You’re not alone. Why do we rush so much? What do [...]
What’s the best way to express Anger?
Can anger be healthy? If so, how much anger is healthy? And what do you do with this healthy anger? As a therapist, I’m asked [...]
A Timely Quote from James Baldwin
"We can disagree and still love each other unless your disagreement is rooted in my oppression and denial of my humanity and [...]
RISE by Victoria Jackson
It’s when the earth shakes And foundations crumble That our light is called To rise up. It’s when everything falls away And shakes us [...]
Keep Your Brain Young
I turned 71 in June and am pleased about it. Sure, I have my share of wrinkles and gray hair, but I feel youthful and [...]
Elderly Parents: The Juggling Act
Dear Michael: My elderly parents live in Los Angeles. So far, they’ve been okay, but lately my dad’s health is pretty shaky and my [...]
Who are your PITAs (Pain-in-the-Ass People) and What Can You Do About Them?
No matter how wonderful your life is, it’s impossible to avoid difficult people. These unpleasant folks may be your neighbors, coworkers, family, clients, boss or [...]
Can You Buy Happiness?
Whether you’re a Buddhist monk or a TikTok star, age 90 or 19, drowning in money or barely getting by: isn’t happiness what we all [...]
Id/Ego/Superego
Recently, I've seen quite a few of my male clients whose balance is off: the balance between excitement and safety, unpredictability and predictability ... between [...]
Nice Guys Bore Me
Dear Michael: I feel like a stereotype, but it’s true: I only want men I can’t have – the bad boys – but when I [...]
Do I Drink Too Much?
Dear Michael: Maybe I drink too much. I don’t think I’m an alcoholic, but I am a VERY social drinker. My friends and I like [...]