Author: Melissa Chefec

What Is Strategic Thinking, and How Can You Start Improving It Today?

By Leonardo Capita, Jan 21, 2025 Strategic thinking involves seeing beyond the immediate task—analyzing situations, considering different perspectives, and planning actions that align with bigger goals. “Strategic thinkers focus on the process of making decisions rather than simply the decision itself,” says licensed psychotherapist Dr. Noah Kass. It’s not just about solving immediate problems—it’s about […]

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Apologizing for Being Nervous in an Interview: Is It a Good Idea?

Fairygodboss, Jan 15, 2025 It’s no secret that job interviews can bring up feelings of anxiety. Dr. Noah Kass, a licensed psychotherapist, explains that many people doubt their qualifications and fear they’re not capable of doing the job they’re interviewing for. This is known as imposter syndrome, where you feel like a fraud, attributing your success to […]

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How to Stop Self-sabotaging Your Career (and Why You Might Be Doing It)

By The Muse Editors, Jan 7, 2025 While some self-sabotaging behaviors may seem minor, they can escalate into significant consequences. For example, consider someone who consistently avoids speaking up in meetings out of fear of judgment. Over time, this behavior could lead to being overlooked for promotions or key projects, ultimately stalling their career growth. This […]

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How to Know if Your Depression Is Getting Worse

By Elizabeth Millard, Dec 30, 2024 Deviating from your sleep schedule is often an early warning sign of your condition worsening, says Noah Kass, a psychotherapist in private practice in New York City. Also, research in BMC Neurology found insomnia can dampen the effectiveness of depression treatments, including medications. This is why experts suggest that those with MDD […]

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What Happens in Your Brain When You’re Angry, According to Psychology

By Kendra Cherry, MSEd , Dec 30, 2024 Whether it’s one of those minor daily annoyances or something much bigger, a lot is happening in your brain when you get angry. “When you are angry, your ‘fight-or-flight’ response is activated, and your heart starts to beat faster,” explains Noah Kass, DSW, LCSW. “Simultaneously, the part of your brain responsible for […]

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Making It Through Winter With Major Depressive Disorder

By Elizabeth Millard, Dec 27, 2024 If you do go to social gatherings, be aware of your alcohol consumption, suggests Noah Kass, a psychotherapist in private practice in New York City. The connection between depression and alcohol is well established: Research from the National Institutes of Health notes that alcohol use disorder and depressive disorders often co-occur, […]

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Anxiety About Job Search: How to Manage the Stress and Survive Job Hunting

By The Muse Editors, Dec 9, 2024 Unemployment adds another layer of uncertainty. “Your brain loves knowing what comes next,” says Dr. Noah Kass, a licensed psychotherapist. “When you have a job, the future looks certain. When one moment you have a job and the next you don’t, your future can feel overwhelming, and this creates […]

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Speaking Up in Dangerous Situations: The Great Uncle Jack Story

Nov 17, 2024 “It is the bystander effect,” says Noah Kass (see photo), a psychotherapist and the founder at Kass Therapy and Hypnosis. “Generally, we believe that in a dangerous situation, there is going to be someone else who will speak up and get us out of trouble. “Also, we doubt our abilities to judge situations correctly. Are we […]

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