Creativity is our birthright. It is one of the most compelling aspects of human nature. Our imagination enlivens us and enhances our connection with everything around us. Creativity supports flexible thinking, adaptation... Read more »
Between jobs, kids, household responsibilities, dealing with parents, seeing friends, working out, meditating, walking every day, chauffeuring the children to activities, making sure that there is every tutor and lesson available, being... Read more »
Long-standing research in human psychology has claimed that certain facial expressions of emotion are universal across cultures. For example, classic cross-cultural studies by Paul Ekman and colleagues argue that certain “basic emotions”... Read more »
Perfectionism, people-pleasing, and chronic self-sacrifice imply a just world, one wherein merits, accountability, and humility are always rewarded. The irony is that for many perfectionists, these worlds are just ideals, with little... Read more »
Adrenaline (epinephrine) is a powerful chemical messenger that acts primarily as a hormone released into the bloodstream by the adrenal glands. Although it shares structural similarities with neurotransmitters and may act in... Read more »
Building trust and meaningful relationships are important parts of leadership. Trust is the foundation for creating collaboration, productivity, and thriving on your team. Yet, many leaders don’t prioritize building trust — often... Read more »
For many autistic people, navigating life without understanding why they feel different can be an isolating and painful experience. In Japan, where social harmony and conformity are deeply valued, this experience can... Read more »
Recently, I shared a post inviting people to talk about their relationships with their pets and the impact of this bond on their lives. The idea was to understand what it is... Read more »
Wondering where you stand in a relationship can be emotionally draining. Many people experience uncertainty about how their partner truly feels—and now, new research suggests that simply perceiving a partner’s emotional ambivalence... Read more »
We tend to think of voting as the pinnacle of rational civic engagement: careful deliberation, critical assessment of arguments, and a sober march to the ballot box. But what if wearing a... Read more »