Dr. Melanie O'NeillNov 13, 20182 minThe Struggle is Real--Twice Our bodies get into habits when it comes to managing stress. Some of those habits are programmed into our DNA before we're even born. ...
Dr. Melanie O'NeillApr 26, 20181 minEmotional EnduranceWe can't avoid the ups and downs in life, but we can develop stamina for navigating them. Much of what interferes with maintaining inner...
Dr. Melanie O'NeillApr 23, 20182 minNever Waste Your PainWhen we encounter something difficult in our lives, we naturally go into fix-it mode--whether the pain is physical or emotional, our...
Dr. Melanie O'NeillApr 21, 20181 minWhen Forgiveness Isn't PossibleSome damage is irreparable. Trust may be shattered, a sense of safety destroyed, or hope becomes too dangerous to keep alive. We treat...
Dr. Melanie O'NeillApr 19, 20182 minAntidepressants and WomenMedications are an important part of mental health treatment for many patients. The New York Times recently published an article about...
Dr. Melanie O'NeillApr 17, 20181 minThe Gift of EmpathyAs a psychologist, I am consistently in awe of my patients’ lives. Their stories of grief and resilience, hope and fear, anger and...
Dr. Melanie O'NeillApr 17, 20181 minWhat's my Ikigai?Ikigai ( 生き甲斐 ) is a Japanese concept meaning "life purpose"-- and it involves more than just knowing what you're good at. The Role of...