Do you find it tough to maintain healthy eating habits? Do you struggle with excess weight that seems to want to stay on no matter how much you exercise or change your diet? If so, you’re surely in solid company. I’ve found that many people struggle with diet and exercise issues and end up […]| Carla Marie Manly, PhD
Being a parent is never easy. But in today’s complicated world, it can be even more difficult to navigate the challenges of parenting. From social media concerns to substance abuse issues, many parents feel as if they and their kids are walking in a minefield that feels like it is getting worse. And as a parent myself, I know how good it feels to have at least a few go-to strategies that can make the journey a bit easier.| Carla Marie Manly, PhD
Anxiety lives in our bodies and minds, and its main function is to steer us clear of danger. But in today’s chaotic and uncertain world, it’s easy for anxiety to grab hold in strange ways and not let go. Many people of all ages are experiencing more anxiety than ever, and this anxiety can […]| Carla Marie Manly, PhD
Are you suffering from a lack of sleep, chronic pain, or other issues that keep you from living your best life? Although we want our bodies to run like beautifully, well-oiled machines, daily life takes a toll despite our heartfelt efforts. As a clinical psychologist, I’ve found that sleep and pain issues are common […]| Carla Marie Manly, PhD
Do you believe in soul contracts, past lives, manifesting, and the power of divine energy? Do you want to dip your toes into the realm beyond what the rational brain prescribes? As a psychologist and fellow human, I find it interesting to contemplate how we can decrease suffering and ease our human journey in ways that sometimes defy science. When we go beyond the rational mind, an array of windows and doors open – many of which bring us greater joy, peace, love, and fulfillment.| Carla Marie Manly, PhD
Is your self-image suffering? Do you struggle with body shame issues? If you’re like many people, you may see yourself through critical eyes that tell you you’re not fit enough, thin enough, or as attractive as you’d like to be. From decades of research, I’ve found that many people of all genders suffer from […]| Carla Marie Manly, PhD
We often experience or hear about eating disorders. We talk about them–often behind closed doors–as if they’re something to be ashamed of and ignored. Yet eating disorders–like all mental issues–are complex, highly challenging, and often resistant to change. They deserve our attention. And for anyone who’s been mired in an eating disorder or has had a friend or family member struggle with this issue you know how devastating they can be. And in every case I’ve seen, the road to r...| Carla Marie Manly, PhD
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Sex tends to be an important, connective aspect of intimate relationships. But all too often, couples find that they have different sex drives or encounter other sexual issues that leave one or both partners feeling stressed or dissatisfied. This can be especially troublesome when a couple experiences great sex while dating – an indicator […]| Carla Marie Manly, PhD
81. 83. 49. 66. What do these figures have in common? They all relate to burnout–that sense of being utterly depleted, worn out, and chronically exhausted. Recent research shows that work burnout affects 81% of those between ages 18 – 24, 83% of those who are 25 – 34, and 49% of those over 55. When averaged, a whopping 66 percent of working adults report experiencing burnout. Even worse, these figures don’t account for groups such as full-time (stay-at-home) parents, family caregivers...| Carla Marie Manly, PhD
We often hear about the “fight – flight” response, that instinctive reaction to a fear-inducing situation. In fact, you’ve likely witnessed or responded to an actual or perceived threat with protective aggression or a fearful escape. Yet two other hardwired responses–freezing and fawning–are also part of our instinctual repertoire. And while such responses are […]| Carla Marie Manly, PhD
Feelings of jealousy and envy often bring up a sense of shame or insecurity. Yet both jealousy and envy arise even in early childhood as we vie for parents’ attention, desire a sibling’s toy, or jockey for a positions in friend groups. And, as feelings of romantic love come into our lives, it’s the big emotion of jealousy than can have a way of creeping deeper into our relationships. If left unchecked, jealousy can foster anxiety, tension, resentment, and worse. But I’ve found that if...| Carla Marie Manly, PhD
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