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…
Retreating into one's imagination is an unhelpful way of coping. Fr om one angle, it involves an innocent imagination, with detailed visions of ideal worlds. On the other, it reflects a deep dissatisfaction with life. Some of…
Neuroscience suggests we should trust our instincts. Even the military studies it. Ever ignored a gut feeling? We all have. Sometimes the outcome is minor, but other times, like marrying someone you knew wasn’t right for you, it …
Is your love life falling apart, and could it be your own doing? In 2021, researchers Raquel Peel and Nerina Caltabiano explored this concept by conducting interviews with therapists specializing in relationship issues and analy…
Feeling supported is crucial for a sense of security and closeness in any relationship. Yo u’ve likely heard this before: In a relationship, you need to work together as a team, as partners, as parents. But what does this really …
How comedy is helping veterans heal the "invisible wounds" of war. "S hould I end my life or enjoy a cup of coffee?" This quote, often misattributed to the French philosopher Albert Camus, effectively captures…
Ma ny of us have encountered manipulation in various forms, whether from a dominating figure at work, someone higher in social status, or even a once-admired acquaintance. Dealing with manipulative behavior can be daunting and co…
Using gold to fix broken objects can also help fix a relationship. Kintsugi is an ancient Japanese art that offers a profound metaphor for understanding human relationships. Meaning "golden repair," Kintsugi involves me…
And if so, can we change how friendships evolve? Be st friends forever, it’s something many of us who grew up in the 90's would write on our hands with markers. Most people I knew had at least one BFF. We imagined each other …
Is it possible to feel more and less confident at the same time? As I approach my 40th birthday next year, I find myself inundated with targeted ads online, all promising to make me look younger, healthier, and more beautiful. I…