Learn the beliefs that underlie healthy and unhealthy anger and the tools necessary for helping yourself and others manage distress. Understanding the drivers of hidden anger can help defuse difficult conversations. Learn more in my Psychology Today article: bit.ly/4bDKWRt

People typically believe that external events and circumstances make them angry. But this is what really drives anger—and how to handle it better, by Evan Parks psychologytoday.com/us/blog/pain-r…

We sacrifice our ability to grow and thrive when we block our difficult thoughts and emotions. Here's how to undo the damage and give voice to our thoughts and emotions. Learn more in my recent Psychology Today article. bit.ly/3LojHil

Are negative emotions causing pain or linked to pain? Learn how thoughts, emotions, memory, and behavior lead to pain flare-ups and how awareness brings change. Learn more in my Psychology Today article. bit.ly/3A24elv

Replaying past events does not bring us any closer to letting go of painful memories. Learn how to assemble the puzzle of your past and give your mind peace through writing. Learn more in my Psychology Today article. bit.ly/4cV6WHm

Join us for the upcoming webinar I will lead on September 23rd hosted by Chronic Pain Ireland. Learn how emotions impact chronic pain and what to do about it. Use the link to register: bit.ly/4dcdt0r

Knowing the patterns of behavior that may occur with some types of addiction can help break the cycles that keep couples trapped. #addiction bit.ly/3ZPUmGc

Standard definitions of resilience lack clarity and create unrealistic expectations for recovery. Genuine resilience includes attitudes and skills that anyone can learn. Learn more in my recent Psychology Today article. #resilience bit.ly/4eUxBp0

Talking about your painful past comes with risks and rewards. Here are 4 principles to consider if you are thinking about self-disclosure—especially for the first time, writes Evan Parks psychologytoday.com/us/blog/pain-r…

Nothing to see here. Our resistance to talking about our painful past hinders our growth and healing. Here are four principles that can help you take the next step. Learn more in Psychology Today bit.ly/4ecILoh

Put yourself back in charge of your life by engaging your mind, heart, body, and behavior to manage the waves of distress that come with intense anxiety and panic. Learn more in my recent Psychology Today article. bit.ly/4fLd474

Do you know someone who struggles during this joyful time of year? Learn how to defuse the triggers that bring up painful thoughts and feelings during the holidays. Find out more in my recent Psychology Today article. bit.ly/3P7ATKN

What if the struggle you face changes you forever? Resilience in the face life altering circumstances does not meaning "bouncing back" or hardly being affected. In this podcast interview, I provide a better understanding of what it means to be resilient. bit.ly/3E8Lzq1

If life has only taught you how to survive, it is never too late to learn how to thrive. Follow these evidence-based steps to rebuild your resilience. Learn more in my recent Psychology Today article. bit.ly/42DwiaU

It is never too late to build a foundation for a resilient life. To do this, we must learn to turn toward problems, not away. Here's how to get started, explains Evan Parks psychologytoday.com/us/blog/pain-r…

It is never too late to build a foundation for a resilient life. To do this, we must learn to turn toward problems, not away. Here's how to get started, explains Evan Parks psychologytoday.com/us/blog/pain-r…

Find links to books from Dr. Rachel Zoffness, Evan Parks, Pete Moore , Richmond Stace - The Pain Coach, Monty Lyman, Deepak Ravindran, Andrea D. Furlan MD PhD PM&R, and other great authors in the resources section of my website. Some are free! chronicpainchampions.com #ChronicPain #spoonie #pain

How understanding readiness for change and embracing imperfections can help you break free from old habits, overcome resistance to change, and create a better life for yourself. Learn more in my recent Psychology Today article. #Resilience bit.ly/4kyfSaA

Autoimmune diseases have increased over 300% among youth ages 12 to 19. What are we to do when our immune system turns against us? Learn how some are demonstrating the ability to directly influence their autonomic and autoimmune nervous systems. bit.ly/4imQlyx

Understanding how the emotion of regret occurs in response to failure is key to taking steps that transform regret into a force for growth and change. Learn more in my recent Psychology Today article. bit.ly/3Z1G9ow