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This Powerful Part of Your Brain Helps You Stick to Healthy Habits. Four Ways to Keep It in Shape. | Ritual.com

This Powerful Part of Your Brain Helps You Stick to Healthy Habits. Four Ways to Keep It in Shape. | Ritual.com

The power had shifted. I knew it. We’d been on six dates and were definitely at the “are you in or are you out” point. I’d gone and caught feelz and he’d backed off. The tone of our texts had changed. What had once been emoticon-punctuated questions were now short, abbreviated answers. Friggin’ consultant language. Why do they have to abbreviate everything?

Frustrated, I opened Tinder and began swiping. Swipe, swipe, match, swipe, match, match, match. The instant gratification provided a momentary escape from my rejection. The irony is that I know better. I’m a mental health therapist who preaches constantly about “refraining, sitting with uncomfortable feelings and practicing self-compassion.” I teach this mindfulness strategy to clients, helping them overcome destructive behaviors or unhelpful behaviors. Sometimes, I can practice what I preach. Right now was definitely not one of those times

Guest UserMarch 13, 2017wellness, health, mental health

Reasons Why The Dating System Is Broken And How To Navigate The Shit-Show | The Huffington Post

Reasons Why The Dating System Is Broken And How To Navigate The Shit-Show | The Huffington Post

Like most single people in New York, I both deplore and perpetuate the IRL version of The Bachelor that is dating in this city. I complain about the prevalence of sociopathy and erratic behavior, then date four people at once to titrate my feelings of vulnerability with a safety net of affection. I wake up feeling lonely one day or wishing someone (I were in love with) were lying next to me – then am inundated with friends’ and clients’ stories of infidelity, heartbreak and lost interest – and return to a place of skepticism about monogamy and relationship longevity

HUFFPOSTGuest UserMarch 4, 2017dating, wellness

Megan on the “I Am Woman” | Podcast

Megan speaks to Catherine Plano of the I Am Woman Project about what and who’s inspired her, why it’s easier for some of us than others to heal from our pasts, and how to deal with self-critical or negative thoughts.

PodcastGuest UserMarch 2, 2017wellness, mental health, health

Megan On The Food For Fitness Podcast: Disordered Eating, Anxiety, and Perfectionism | Podcast

This episode’s guest is Megan Bruneau – a psychotherapist and wellness coach based in New York. She is also a writer and blogger and her work has been featured in different publications like Forbes, The Huffington Post, Entrepreneur, Thought Catalog and Elephant Journal, just to name a few. She hosts the Failure Factor which features “failure stories” from successful people.

Today, we discuss eating disorders, anxiety, and other manifestations brought about by perfectionism. A very insightful episode as Megan has actually suffered from and battled with perfectionism as well, which she was able to overcome by practicing what she preaches, stepping out of her comfort zone, and discovering self-compassion. A very eloquent speaker, Megan provided us with an excellent episode that you’ll gain a load of value from.

PodcastGuest UserFebruary 23, 2017anxiety, ANOREXIA, eating disorders, mental health, health, perfectionism

An Open Letter To Wellness Media, Influencers, And The Woman Who Wants to Lose “Those Last X Pounds” | HuffPost

An Open Letter To Wellness Media, Influencers, And The Woman Who Wants to Lose “Those Last X Pounds” | HuffPost

I swear to God if there’s one thing that will make me willingly leave this city, it’s hearing another group of brilliant, inspiring women talk about their “need” to reach some arbitrary goal weight they’ve determined will be the impetus to their elusive self-acceptance.

Greatest HitsMeg BruneauFebruary 20, 2017eating disorders

Here Are 3 Immediate Changes Women Can Make For Career Success | FORBES

Here Are 3 Immediate Changes Women Can Make For Career Success | FORBES

In my mission to help women follow their dreams, I interviewed Wendy Sachs, Author of Fearless and Free: How Smart Women Pivot–And Relaunch Their Careers. Revealing confidently she’s been fired more than once, Sachs dubs herself the “master of the career pivot:” She’s an Emmy-award winning TV news producer who’s worked at Dateline, NBC, Fox, and CNN; yet she’s also held titles of Capitol Hill press secretary, public relations executive, media and content strategist, CNN contributor, and editor-in-chief

ForbesGuest UserFebruary 20, 2017CAREER, entrepreneurship

An Open Letter To Wellness Media, Influencers, And The Woman Who Wants to Lose “Those Last X Pounds” | The Huffington Post

An Open Letter To Wellness Media, Influencers, And The Woman Who Wants to Lose “Those Last X Pounds” | The Huffington Post

I swear to God if there’s one thing that will make me willingly leave this city, it’s hearing another group of brilliant, inspiring women talk about their “need” to reach some arbitrary goal weight they’ve determined will be the impetus to their elusive self-acceptance.

HUFFPOSTGuest UserFebruary 20, 2017wellness, eating disorders, health

The Greatest Gift A Single Woman Can Give Herself | Girls Gone Strong

The Greatest Gift A Single Woman Can Give Herself | Girls Gone Strong

We were inseparable, dramatic romantics, and within a few months of our first kiss, everything I did was with this boy in mind. I was constantly coming up with new little ways to show him how much I loved him, I would try to guess what he wanted and needed before he asked for it, and I thought of him and his desires day and night

GIRLS GONE STRONGGuest UserFebruary 14, 2017wellness

Ladies, Trump Wants You To Edit Your Selfies | HUFFPOST

Ladies, Trump Wants You To Edit Your Selfies | HUFFPOST

Did Sarah do something to her face? Check out her latest Insta, my friend Jasmine messaged to our group chat.

I clicked to Sarah’s most recent post and sure enough, her eyes were bigger, her face thinner, her skin smoother, her teeth whiter, her waist smaller.

Yes, Sarah had done something to her face. She had edited it.

HUFFPOSTGuest UserJanuary 13, 2017wellness

Ridiculously Easy Resolutions You’ll Actually Stick To | Thrillist

Ridiculously Easy Resolutions You’ll Actually Stick To | Thrillist

Remember how last year you made that resolution to give up carbs? Volunteer at the local shelter? Put away $500 from every paycheck? Stop judging people? Right. How are those working for you?

For 2016, rather than placing unrealistic expectations on yourself — and saying “fuck it” on January 15th, subsequently dropping close to $1K on a new TV that you use to pass judgment on the stars of Vanderpump Ruleswhile you inhale stuffed-crust pizza — try making these achievable changes that might actually last until February. And if attempting them all feels too overwhelming, go for one to start

THRILLISTGuest UserJanuary 2, 2017health, DIET

Here’s How to Let Go of the Past, Once and for All | The Warm Up

Here’s How to Let Go of the Past, Once and for All | The Warm Up

I was interviewed for ClassPass’ The Warm Upabout how to let go of the past. Here’s what they came up with:

We all carry a past around with us. Like passport stamps of places seen and adventures had, whether those adventures were full of joy or tinted with sadness, the past is with us always, little marks there to remind us of what came before now.

The past shapes how we think and who we are: how we see the world, how we choose to react to events, how we function in relationships and the decisions we make from moment to moment. The past is our framework, our series of examples from which to draw conclusions, and a way in which we continue to survive, continuing to follow paths that previously brought us joy and avoiding those which brought pain

THE WARM UPGuest UserDecember 22, 2016wellness

Round Table with the Experts: How to Survive the Holidays with an Eating Disorder | The Huffington Post

I was interviewed alongside some other badass experts on how to survive the holidays when recovering from an ED. Check it.

The Holidays are often said to be the most wonderful time of year. For many, it is a time to see loved ones, eat delicious food and celebrate the New Year. But for the 30 million Americans struggling with eating disorders, this time of year can be stressful and overwhelming.

For those in recovery from Anorexia, Binge Eating Disorder, Bulimia or other eating disorders– it is anything but easy. Whether someone is a year into stable recovery or 10 years into his or her process of healing, there are many components that can still make the holidays an ultimate challenge

LEARN MORE

HUFFPOSTDiane Jane ReyesDecember 22, 2016eating disorders

Megan Interviewed On Being Called An Escort In The Wellness Industry

You may have caught my article, I’m Interested In You. That Doesn’t Mean I’m Trying To Have Sex With You a couple months back. Well, the brilliant Marcia Sirota, MD reached out to me to chat more about it on her podcast, Ruthless Compassion.

Listen in to hear the details of that experience, plus a time a a psychiatrist blamed a client’s suicide attempt on my appearance, and more. It’s relatively short in comparison to my usual diatribes, but make sure you don’t turn it off before my “call to action” after Marcia asks me where people can find me! It’s a simple yet powerful shift we can all make in our daily lives.

HUFFPOST, PodcastMeg BruneauDecember 15, 2016wellness

Interview For “Never Liked It Anyway’s” Woman Crush Wednesday | NEVER LIKED IT ANYWAY

Interview For “Never Liked It Anyway’s” Woman Crush Wednesday | NEVER LIKED IT ANYWAY

I was interviewed for Never Liked It Anyway‘s Woman Crush Wednesday. Check out the best and worst gifts I ever got, my go-to pick-me-up, and my advice for all things love, sex, and dating :):

This week’s Woman Crush Wednesday is the one and only Megan Bruneau – aka the incredible talent behind One Shrink’s Perspective. Megan is so real, raw and honest that you notice it through her writing, and within the first five seconds of meeting. We met recently at a panel hosted by Forbes for women, and within an instant I was struck by her smarts, sass and direct manner. It’s an inspiration and naturally brings out a level of conversation that’s all too rare these days. Megan is an expert in all things love, breakups and moving on; and approaches it all with refreshing candor and energy. Here’s what she had to say about all things love, sex and dating.

What’s the best gift you ever got?

An ex gave me a necklace that means “Follow your dreams,” even though he knew me “following my dreams” likely meant we weren’t going to stay together. It was heartbreaking and deeply motivating at the same time. Since then, I moved to New York to follow my dreams, and we broke up. I wore it every day for two years. I’ve since swapped it out for a different piece of jewelry with different meaning, but it still sits on my desk and reminds me why I’m here every day

NEVER LIKED IT ANYWAYGuest UserDecember 14, 2016wellness

Millennial Entrepreneurs: Here’s How To Embrace Discomfort And Follow Your Dreams | FORBES

Millennial Entrepreneurs: Here’s How To Embrace Discomfort And Follow Your Dreams | FORBES

My dad was a criminal lawyer for 43 years. He spent Monday through Friday between court and the office, escaping every Friday in summer to the lake, and every Friday in winter to the mountain. This highly privileged life (by most accounts) is traditionally appealing, but I feel panicked at the thought of replicating it.

The bust-your-ass-for-five, enjoy-life-for-two routine served my dad for those 43 years, as a similar version may have served your parents. Still heavily influenced by their parents’ trauma from the Great Depression and WWII, our parents sought the safety and security that accompanies a respectable profession such as law

ForbesGuest UserDecember 7, 2016entrepreneurship, wellness

Megan on ‘The Science Of Success’ Podcast With Matt Bodnar: Uncover the Root of Your Pain, How to Smash Perfectionism, Love Yourself, and Live a Richer Life | Podbean

In this episode we discuss why the “happiness” movement has done us a disservice and sometimes makes things worse, how perfectionism creates an illusion of control and distorts your reality, how to become aware of the critical inner voice at the root of your pain and unhealthy habits, the incredible power of self compassion, and much more with Megan Bruneau.

Megan Bruneau is a psychotherapist, wellness coach, writer, podcast host and creator of oneshrinksperspective.com After years of perfectionism-fueled depression, anxiety, and eating disorders, she discovered how to like herself, take risks, and find success without beating herself up to get there.

Podcast, PodbeanGuest UserDecember 1, 2016entrepreneurship

The Biggest Dating Change You Can Make To Stop Getting Rejected | Thrillist

The Biggest Dating Change You Can Make To Stop Getting Rejected | Thrillist

After my last breakup, dating again was a clumsy and painful process.

I fumbled my way back into the scene by downloading (then deleting, then re-downloading, then re-deleting) the essential apps. I shamelessly hit on the hot ref in my soccer league. I lobbed out a few “how ya been?” texts to old hookups. And for the next six months I found myself attracted to men who lived on other continents, struggled with depression, had girlfriends or wives, or were workaholics or misogynistic jerks

THRILLISTGuest UserNovember 28, 2016dating, wellness

How To Be Wisely Vulnerable: When To ‘Feel’ And When To Avoid | Huffington Post

How To Be Wisely Vulnerable: When To ‘Feel’ And When To Avoid | Huffington Post

I recently broke things off with a guy because I felt too vulnerable. I hadn’t experienced “those kind” of feelings for someone in ages, and it left me paralyzingly uncomfortable. Now look, a shit-ton of anxiety is a natural symptom of falling for someone, and feeling vulnerable in relationships is necessary; however this felt extreme. I tried to sit with the discomfort and “be cool,” chalking my distrust up to past betrayals or attachment issues. But something wasn’t right. My spidey-sense kept going OFF, so I honored my intuition and called it quits

HUFFPOSTGuest UserNovember 13, 2016wellness, health

Post-Election Survival Guide: 6 Steps To Healing And Moving On | FORBES

Post-Election Survival Guide: 6 Steps To Healing And Moving On | FORBES

For many women — especially those who have bumped into a glass ceiling or two — the possibility of electing America’s first female president fueled their dreams and drive for a more equal workplace and world for women. But for these women, what began as a hope and excitement-filled Tuesday quickly transformed into emotions including heartbreak, disbelief, confusion, and anger.

And as the shock wears off, so many of us wonder, ”What now?” How do we maintain heart and continue the fight when all that was shattered was hope? How do we cope with anxiety surrounding the future?

ForbesGuest UserNovember 10, 2016wellness

How To Cope With Your Heightened Anxiety Today (And Every Day) | YOUTUBE

What exactly does "Trusting in the process" mean? It's not about being complacent, blindly optimistic, or not taking action. Here's a tool to put in your toolbox for coping with both present and anticipated anxiety (or any other difficult feeling)

YOUTUBEGuest UserNovember 9, 2016anxiety, mental health, health, wellness