It can be really frustrating to find a counselor or therapist who truly understands and can help you deal with the disturbed character in your life.

What do you do when the covert-aggressor in your life is your co-worker, or even worse, your boss? Dealing with manipulative, back-stabbing behavior in the workplace can be quite a challenge.

The way that most of us, and most especially, mental health professionals, have traditionally been taught to view human nature and behavior is actually the biggest obstacle to understanding and dealing effectively with the unscrupulous and devious folks among us.

Whether you happen to struggle with anxiety or you’re in a relationship with a difficult person, it’s important to recognize the vicious cycles that fuel your difficulties and commit to breaking them at their earliest, weakest point.

Here’s the rule for moving on and bringing joy back into your life: don’t direct any energy toward things you can’t control anyway; focus instead on actions only you have the power to take.