In this article, we explore findings from two recent studies that provide actionable ways to lead a happier and more meaningful life. These strategies focus on "life shaping" and "becoming the hero of your own stor…
Human connections thrive on understanding and resolution, not on divisiveness or hostility. Conflict deepens when the natural human desire for reconciliation is met with dishonesty, resistance, or indifference. Nobody enjoys di…
Predicting how we'll feel in the future can be challenging. Here’s why. Now that the election is over, researchers who study emotions want us to understand one thing: Whatever comes next, it likely won’t be as bad or as good …
Mental health, mental illness, and mental performance are distinct ideas that shape how we think, feel, and behave. While they may be related, they don’t always go hand-in-hand. Improving mental health, managing illness, and boos…
We all have habits those automatic behaviors we hardly think about but that shape nearly every part of our lives. From your morning coffee routine to how you respond to stress, habits are powerful forces. But what if you could ha…
What research says about happiness throughout life. This summer, I took my kids to watch the movie 'Inside Out 2', expecting another fun story about the emotions of a young child. While there were definitely some happy mo…
Aging is something we all experience; no one is immune to it. Yet, nothing in our society brings about more widespread discomfort than the shame often associated with growing older. People can be shamed for various traits, belief…
If you want to understand what someone is thinking, learn to recognize projection. Anthony, a man in his mid-30s, struggled for years with anxiety that was so intense he sometimes had trouble leaving his apartment, afraid he migh…
Morning cannabis use, often to ease anxiety, is on the rise and it's risky. Un derstanding young adults' cannabis use patterns has become more important as more states legalize recreational marijuana. According to a recen…
Dealing with fertility treatments and family-building challenges can feel overwhelming. You may feel drained by managing the details of treatment, balancing work demands, and navigating relationships with loved ones. Fertility tr…
Are you assertive or more of a pushover? Effective negotiators consider both perspectives. I probably shouldn't admit this flaw in a blog post where others might read it, but this is the age of transparency, so here goes: I&#…
Collaboration doesn't come easily to everyone, and maybe that's not such a bad thing. Unfortunately, if you're overly cooperative, others might take advantage of you. Are you a cooperative person? Humans have achieved…
Trusting in yourself and your instincts is crucial for improving your success. On e of the most subtle yet important emotions to embrace is your "gut feeling," also known as intuition. To some extent, believing in yours…