William Gardner, PsyD
Clinical Psychologist
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Co-authored Articles (40)
How to
Apologize to Your Boyfriend for Hurting His Feelings
When you’re in a relationship with someone, you’re bound to hurt their feelings every now and then. Offering a sincere, genuine apology (either in person or over text) can help smooth things over and get your relatio...
How to
Be Normal
Normality changes over time and based on where you are. There is no one set of principles that make you normal. However, there are ways to work on fitting in with your surroundings if you have trouble with that. Focus fi...
How to
Deal with Puppy Deaths During Birth
When a dog delivers a litter of puppies, it is common for some of the pups to be stillborn or die shortly after birth. In order to deal with the death of puppies during birth, you will need to give the mother some time w...
How to
Deal With Rude People
You will inevitably have to deal with mean or rude people throughout your life. Whether it’s a complete stranger at the grocery store, your roommate, or a coworker, there will always be someone who gets on your nerves....
How to
Stop Being Upset at Your Boyfriend
Do you often find yourself snapping at your boyfriend or getting upset at him, seemingly for no reason? We all get angry at our partner from time to time, but frustration and conflict can start to impact your overall rel...
How to
Start and Decorate a Diary
Diaries are a great way to record your daily life, thoughts, and feelings.. 11 October 2023. They can also be used as planners to keep track of upcoming events. Unfortunately, a store bought diary does not always feel ve...
How to
Overcome the Death of a Fish
Have you come home and found your favorite fish dead in its tank? Did one of your fish die recently and you can’t stop thinking about it? Getting over the loss of any pet can be hard, but with the time you can move on....
How to Get Along with Your Little Sister
Becoming the best older sibling you can be It's not always easy, but it’s always worth it to be nice to your little sister. It may not seem like it now, but your relationship with her is one of the most important relat...
How to
Deal with Adult Sibling Bullying
Children siblings that fight with each other is often par for the course when growing up. Often, the fighting stops when they become adults, but that isn’t always the case. Sometimes, the bullying continues and can bec...
Why Do I Hate My Birthday?
Learn the reasons behind the birthday blues & how to overcome themSome people spend all year looking forward to their next birthday. Others dread their birthdays and can’t wait for them to be over. If you get the birth...
How to
Be a Good Big Sibling
Being a good big brother or sister can make a big difference to your sibling. Though parents can act as good role models, the relationship between siblings is also a key aspect of developing into a responsible and succes...
How to
Kill Spiders when You Have Arachnophobia
Arachnophobia is a common phobia, which affects approximately 50% of women and 18% of men. Though scientists don’t really understand what causes phobias, many scientists believe phobias could be a learned behavior, rel...
How to Respond Professionally to a Rude Email
Use these sample responses to rude emails with your boss, colleague, or client Receiving a rude email at work can be a difficult situation to navigate. Rude emails can range from passive-aggressive messages that leave ou...
How to
Not Be Rude
Politeness is key in many social interactions. Whether you're meeting someone for the first time, or are cultivating a lifelong relation with a friend, there's little to be gained in appearing rude. Unfortunately, the fa...
How to
Cope With Having a Dog Put Down
Having your dog put down can be a difficult and heart-breaking decision. Discuss with your veterinarian about the treatment options available, the costs involved, and their impact to your dog's quality of life. Coping ...
How to
Stop Biting Your Lips and Cheeks
Biting your lips and cheeks can be a frustrating habit because it likely leaves you with chapped lips and mouth sores. Typically, biting your lips and cheeks is a way to deal with stress or anxiety, but it could also jus...
How to Tell Someone That You're Sorry
Make a sincere and effective apology to repair a relationship Sometimes, the only way to make things right is to say “I’m sorry.” But there’s more to an effective apology than just 2 little words. A good apology ...
How to
Have a Normal Life
Having a normal life may sound like a simple goal, but it's actually a complex concept. What's normal for one person may not be normal for another, especially in a different culture or society. At the same time, the idea...
How to
Connect to a Sibling Who Ignores You
In some cases, siblings remain best pals throughout their lives. In other cases, sibling relationships are tumultuous and distant. For instance, if your sister or brother tends to ignore you, it can really bruise your eg...
How to Get Over the Death of a Fictional Character
Express your grief and find new feels to obsess over The death of a fictional character can feel shockingly upsetting and real. Even though the character isn’t a real person, you still can feel incredibly close to them...
