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Kim is a regular columnist for metro.us, the #1 most read free daily nationwide with 1.2 million daily readers in New York, Boston and Philadelphia.

Narcissism and the Ugly Side of Vanity

Question: I have a friend who constantly talks about herself and rarely asks any questions about my life. She is constantly preening, obsessed with her body, brags about her sexual and professional conquests, and posts seductive selfies on social media. Is it just self-confidence, or narcissism? Lately, the media has been examining narcissism from more […]

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Know the 5 Signs of a Mental Health Crisis

Once again, mental health was thrust into the spotlight last week when a suicidal German pilot crashed a passenger jet into the French Alps. In the aftermath, horrified colleagues wondered at the pilot’s ability to conceal his emotional turmoil. But his close friends reported that he had been withdrawn over the past several months, raising […]

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When Is It Time to Ditch a Frenemy?

What separates friend from “frenemy” is the presence or absence of one essential ingredient: trust. Trust is the litmus test of any relationship, period. Without trust, there can be no (healthy) relationship. So if you want to distinguish friend or foe, start by asking yourself, “Do I trust this person? Does he or she have […]

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How to Cope with the Most Important People in Your Life

Every spring, many of my young adult psychotherapy clients go home to reconnect with their families over the Passover or Easter holidays, and return with more or less the same question: “How to do I maintain my peace of mind and self-respect and still remain connected to my family (who either don’t understand/accept me or […]

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4 steps to make your criticism more constructive (and effective)

Question: Lately, I find myself getting frustrated and snapping at my husband when he doesn’t listen to me or follow up with things I ask him to do; he gets defensive and says I’m too critical. Any advice? You’re not alone. Communication is the key to a healthy relationship — and yet, you’d be surprised […]

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10 ways to help a mentally ill loved one – and keep your sanity

After my last column, “Invisible battle: Mental illness remains undertreated,” I received several emails from distressed readers inquiring about how to help a loved one experiencing severe and overwhelming mental and emotional challenges. One reader was worried about his seemingly depressed wife of 20 years who had withdrawn from her family, including their young son. […]

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“Step Out of Your Story” Featured in Shambalah Sun

"The exercises are presented clearly and should appeal to anyone looking to step out of negative rumination, self-criticism, and habitual patterns." Read more...

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"Schneiderman doesn't promise that your world will become instantly rosy and perfect; nor does she say that the journey will be an easy one. Rather, she is an encouraging and supporting presence, providing her readers with a tool chest of possibilities for making change in their lives."

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Step Out Of Your Story

STEP OUT OF YOUR STORY

Writing Exercises to Reframe and Transform Your Life

Every life is an unfolding story, and how individuals tell their story matters. Recent Stanford and Columbia University studies show that how we view the story of our life shapes the life itself. Who are the heroes and villains? Where does the plot twist? How are conflicts resolved? Learn more...

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