Can you feel it? Just picturing a positive future moment say, an exciting vacation or an anticipated event can instantly boost your mood. That quick change isn't just simple optimism; it's your brain physically shifting as you think it.That [...]
Be honest: How long does the genuine joy from a new coat, handbag, car, or even a promotion or success at work really last? If these objects and achievements had a long-term effect on our well-being, our happiness [...]
Nearly all parents and adult children share a common experience: regret about their time together during the teenage years. They lament what they did—the mistakes of commission—and what they didn't do—the errors of omission. Regrets of Commission are [...]
Competition is a process in which individuals or groups strive to surpass one another to achieve a goal. This drive is fueled by various motivations, such as the desire to improve performance, test one's abilities, or simply to [...]
A very wise high school counselor I knew many years ago believed her role was to help young people recognize what she called “the gifts of adversity.” With countless troubled students and adults, she did just that. They [...]
Positive thinking extends far beyond simply a bright outlook—it's a potent force for significantly enhancing mental health and overall well-being.Our past experiences, especially those involving setbacks or criticism, can train us to identify threats, sometimes leading to a negative [...]