From Needs to Values: A Better Framework for Relationships
"You have power over your mind—not outside events. Realize this, and you will find strength." — Marcus Aurelius There’s a common idea in modern relationships that sounds reasonable on the surface: they're supposed to meet my needs. It shows up in small ways: "They should know what I need.” "You're not meeting my needs.” “I need them to feel…" They all carry an underlying assumption that a good partner is someone who consistently delivers the right emotional experience. It mak
Dr. Don Schweitzer, PhD, LMSW
Mar 285 min read
The Small Habits That Decide Whether Burnout Gets Better—or Worse
Recovery from burnout isn’t found in grand resets or career overhauls. Discover why sustainable healing depends on small, consistent habits that respect your physiological capacity rather than your ambition.
Dr. Don Schweitzer, PhD, LMSW
Jan 315 min read
Burnout Isn’t Failure, It’s a Signal
“You can’t ‘solve’ stress. You have to complete the stress response cycle.” - Emily Nagoski Burnout rarely arrives all at once. It seems to be a popular topic right now. A lot of people are experiencing burnout's sapping symptoms. The World Health Organization defines burnout as an occupational phenomenon, rooted specifically in chronic workplace stress. And it certainly shows up there. But the experience itself isn’t confined to a job description. Anywhere prolonged demand o
Dr. Don Schweitzer, PhD, LMSW
Jan 56 min read
