10 Minutes and Depression

10 Minutes and Depression

A few weeks ago, I was invited to speak at a MOPS (Mothers of Preschoolers) conference in Salem, Oregon.  My topic: Depression and Self-Care. As a man with no kids, I felt incredibly unqualified to speak to these courageous mothers. To make matters worse, I have an...
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) in Traffic

Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) in Traffic

This morning as I was driving to campus, I believe that I noticed the principles of ACT in ACTion.  Have you ever noticed one of those “Your Speed” signs that flashes your current speed at you, and you slowed down? My thought is that if the behavior...