When most people hear the word “burnout,” they imagine being tired, overworked, or needing a vacation. But burnout isn’t just about being busy — it’s a physiological response to chronic stress that impacts both your body and your mind… [Content truncated in this summary; full blog post will include sections on Burnout Lives in the Body, Hidden Drivers of Burnout, Long-Term Risks, What Helps, Final Word, and References].

In therapy, people often want to jump straight to the breakthrough moment — the deep insight, the perfect coping strategy, or the relief from symptoms. And while those things are important, the truth is this: nothing works as well if you’re not laying the foundation through basic behavioral changes…[Content truncated in this summary; full blog post will include sections on The Science of Neurogenesis, What Fuels Neurogenesis, Therapy Without the Foundation, Building a Brain-Healthy Lifestyle, Final Word, and References].

Most people think change is about willpower. If you just tried harder, had more discipline, or wanted it badly enough, you’d finally eat better, sleep more, stop procrastinating, or manage your emotions differently. The truth? Willpower isn’t designed to carry you long-term… [Content truncated in this summary; full blog post will include sections on The Myth of Willpower, What Really Drives Change, When Willpower Shows Up, The Role of Therapy, Final Word, and References].