Untie the Dog: Letting Go of the Habits You Never Needed In the First Place

The master was preparing to lead the people in the Great Ceremony. As he was putting the final touches on…

Ask Dr. Conte: Why Can’t I Let Go of My Anger?

“I’m so pissed at my brother right now. The last time we spoke was over a month ago, and we…

The Zapper: Letting Go of the Things That Harm Us

On a special occasion, a young man was given a toy called the “zapper.” The zapper seemed like a fun…

5 Things You Can Do To Avoid Family Feuds During the Holidays

The holidays can bring unbelievably happy memories, but they can also bring some disastrous family feuds. This holiday season, strive…

Ask Dr. Conte: Drop the Weight Vest – Shedding the Anger of Past Mistakes

I play basketball at a Division I university. I know I need to perform at a high level and not…

Compassion for Ourselves, with a Twist

A man emerged from the forest and went and knocked at the spiritual master’s door. “Who’s there?” “It is I.”…

The Potential: Greatness Starts with You

The potential for everything great and the potential for everything terrible rests inside all human beings: what we do with…

Go to Bed Angry: Feel Better In the Morning

There is an old adage: “Never go to bed angry.” Despite the good intentions behind this saying, it might just…

Dealing with Addiction: Restoring Balance in the Family

Human homeostasis refers to the body’s ability to physically regulate its inner environment to ensure its balance in response to…