Holidays can be challenging. Don’t let a loved one’s struggles with addiction take away from your joy. If someone in your family has issues with alcohol, planning for the holidays might feel daunting. However, it can also be an…
The training of a psychotherapist includes, among other things, learning certain skills of emotional self-management, which create a separation between emotions and their expression. They are trained to recognize their feelings, …
When you think of creativity, you likely envision a genius behind an easel or at the heart of a brilliantly crafted film. However, people can also tap into their creative energies to rise to power, enact revenge, or simply cause …
Research shows that most people follow simple rules or heuristics about half the time or more. Ma king sound decisions is challenging, and achieving the best possible ("optimal") outcomes is even harder. Instead, indivi…
The Disheartening Reality: Younger individuals express less contentment compared to older demographics. I felt a sense of sadness, though not entirely surprised, upon learning that the United States had slipped from the 15th to …
The Unbelievable Story of a 6th Grader Accused of Lying About Her Birthplace: A Lesson in Cultural Awareness It's not every day that a simple classroom discussion turns into a powerful lesson in cul…
When It's Time to Say Goodbye: How to Handle Overstaying Guests with Grace and Kindness It's a wonderful feeling to open up your home to guests, to share in good food and conversation, and to m…