Healthy Skepticism Is Wise In A World Full Of Bad Advice
Knock-knock-knock-knock-knock… That was the sound the engine in my car made as I completed my road trip from Los Angeles to Orlando. Before making the 3,000-mile journey, I went to a Jiffy Lube in California to get my oil changed and was concerned that perhaps they hadn’t added enough oil as the knocking sounded like […]
Freedom from Anxiety Series | OBA Method vs. Cognitive Behavioral (Talk) Therapy
When it comes to personal growth or improving mental health, the standard and most recognized form of professional treatment is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), otherwise known as “talk therapy.” The Conscious Solution: CBT Method At the frontline of traditional psychotherapy, CBT provides a structured approach to identifying and challenging negative thought patterns. This widely acclaimed […]
Freedom From Anxiety Series | OBA Method vs EFT
For the next chapter of my comparison of alternative therapies for alleviating chronic stress, worry, bad habits, and the symptoms of traumatic experience, we dive into a technique called EFT or “Tapping.” EFT stands for Emotional Freedom Techniques. This mind-body practice combines elements of modern psychology and ancient Chinese acupressure principles to provide a unique […]