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Bryan E. Robinson

Author and Psychotherapist

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Breaking bad habits
April 4, 2019

How to Break a Bad Habit and Cha-Cha Your Way to Success

10 actions to avoid the “what the hell effect” and stick to your goal.

Ever have a small setback or fall into a bad mood and throw your resolutions to the wind? Ever say to hell with it because you blew your eating plan when you polished off that chocolate bar in the morning, so you decide you might as well have dessert after dinner? Or after missing a week of exercise, you chunk the whole idea of physical fitness? Welcome to the Club.

Read my full post on Psychology Today’s website.

self oppression
February 24, 2019

Do You “Musturbate” or “Should” on Yourself?

Musturbation was coined by the late Albert Ellis, who developed REBT.

If you suffer from this malady, you have a relentless voice that lives in your brain, ruling your mind and life, bludgeoning you with oppressive words such as must, should, ought, and have to: “I must win that contract”; “I have to get that promotion”; “I should be a better person”; “People must do as I say”; “Others must see my point of view”; “I should have done better on that project”; “Life must be easier than this.”

Read my full post on Psychology Today’s website.

light up your brain
February 10, 2019

Stop Doing This One Thing That Makes Your Brain Unhappy

8 Surefire Tips to Create a Happier, More Productive Brain

“The really efficient laborer will be found not to crowd his day with work, but will saunter to his task surrounded by a wide halo of ease and leisure.” —Henry David Thoreau

Chances are you’re not buying the opening quote, but I promise it’s true. If you’re like many people, you’re so accustomed to multitasking you might believe it’s the only way to reach your goals.

Read my full post on Psychology Today’s website.

Perseverance mindset
January 14, 2019

10 Ways to Snatch Victory from the Jaws of Defeat

Success is within reach just when you want to give up

“Tremor of truth” is phrase used in physical fitness circles when you push yourself to the max. Your brain says you can’t do it. But just as grass grows through concrete, you get a second wind, persevere, and discover mental and physical reserves you didn’t know you had. And just before giving up, you push through the challenge.

The key to success—even more important than skill—is resilience, dogged determination in the face of defeat. Tremor of truth builds muscles on the physical plane and a growth mindset on the psychological plane.

Read my full post on Psychology Today’s website.

Controlling reactions to stress
January 3, 2019

The Secret Tool to Manage Your Knee-Jerk Reactions

How to douse your inner firestorms and chill under pressure in the New Year.

If you’re like most people, you sizzle when disappointments and letdowns come at lightning speed from all angles. Pressures, obstacles, interruptions, delays, rejections and unrealized expectations can feel like pummeling bullets, and you hit the roof before you know it. Perhaps something your spouse or partner says or does besieges you with emotion, sending you over the edge. And after the damage is done you regret it. We now know more about why it’s difficult to control those hair-trigger reactions and the little-known secret to managing them.

Read my full post on Psychology Today’s website.

Chill Out!
December 26, 2018

10 Ways to Chill and Achieve Success and Happiness in 2019

We all know that achieving success and happiness depends on having balance between work and personal time. But in today’s hectic world, where you must do more in less time and with fewer resources, that goal can seem impossible to attain.

Read my full post on Psychology Today’s website.

Optimism works!
November 7, 2018

One Eye-Popping Habit That Adds Years to Your Life

And it’s not more sleep, increased exercise, or better nutrition

All you have to do to turn back the clock is one simple thing: Change your outlook. The way in which you think about your lot makes all the difference in your mood and longevity.

Read my full post on Psychology Today’s website.

Meet your brain
October 29, 2018

3 Life-Changing Steps to Chill Your Stressed-Out Brain

If you’re like most people, you might not even know about your own brain, and yet your brain is who you are. It is the boss of your mind and body. So it’s important to know what it’s up to, especially when you’re under pressure.

Read my full post on Psychology Today’s website.

relationships take work
September 21, 2018

Has Your Love Boat Sailed without You?

5 Questions to Ask Yourself When Love Slips Through Your Fingers

If you feel like you’ve missed the love boat, hold on. It’s never too late when you’re willing to take a hard look at yourself and take responsibility for your part.

Read my full post on Psychology Today’s website.

Positivity sets the mood
September 10, 2018

The Surprising Habit That Starts You Off on the Right Foot

Doing this one thing can make your whole day

Studies show that morning moods stay with you all day long. That’s because whatever you focus on expands. So as you prepare to start your day, there’s one thing you can do to get off on the right foot: the age-old strategy of “acting as if”.

Read my full post on Psychology Today’s website.

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Upcoming Events

  • Apr 01, 20235:00pm - 8:00pm
    Premiere of the TV pilot based on the novel LIMESTONE GUMPTION by Bryan Robinson
    The Diana Wortham Center for the Performing Arts
    18 Biltmore Ave.
    Asheville, NC 28801
  • May 04, 20237:00pm - 8:00pm
    Book signing at Another Story Bookshop
    Another Story Bookshop
    315 Roncesvalles Ave.
    Toronto, ON
    Click here for more info.
  • May 11, 20236:00pm - 7:00pm
    Launch of Chained to the Desk in a Hybrid World (virtual and on-site)
    Malaprops Bookstore and Cafe
    55 Haywood Street
    Asheville, NC 28801
    Click here for more info.
  • Sep 08, 202312:00pm - 4:00pm
    Resiliency 2023

    Dr. Robinson co-hosts this four hour live international broadcast to over 100 countries and six of the seven continents. Over 30 celebrities, politicians and psychologists offer their expertise on how to remain resilient in these turbulent times.

    Click here for more info.

News

  • Bryan Robinson spoke to the Ukrainian people through Voice of America

    March 6, 2023

    Dr. Robinson talked about vicarious trauma and how the war can traumatize not only those on the front lines but those watching too much of the horror on media.
    Listen on Voice of America.

  • Dr. Robinson talks with Kevin Tibbles and Amy Goldberg

    February 7, 2023

  • Dr. Robinson on The Happy Molecule Podcast

    May 24, 2021

    Dr. Robinson joins host Kevin Frankish to discuss his book and strategies for dealing with mental health.

    CLICK HERE TO LISTEN FOR FREE

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