For many college students, studying alone can feel isolating and demotivating. To break that monotony, millions have turned to “Study With Me” (SWM) videos—online sessions where people broadcast or watch others studying,... Read more »
In my practice, this is a sticking point that comes up again and again when working with neurodiverse couples. Two people recollect the same experience — a dinner, a spat, a vacation... Read more »
Anxious attachment, also known as anxious-preoccupied or ambivalent attachment, is characterised by a profound concern that others will not reciprocate one’s desire for intimacy. Individuals with this attachment style are often worried... Read more »
Do you ever wonder how you ended up feeling like the odd one out in your family… like the person who stands on the outside looking in? You don’t want negative attention.... Read more »
When faced with stressful situations – whether delivering a speech, dealing with criticism, or navigating tense social encounters – most people focus heavily on negative thoughts and sensations. But what if we... Read more »
All new technology has potential—potential for “good” and potential for “evil.” The spear to hunt animals to feed the tribe can also be used to kill another human within the tribe. Automatic... Read more »
Most couples instinctively recognize the power of a shared smile, but researchers have now uncovered its deeper significance in maintaining healthy relationships. Smiles between romantic partners not only reflect mutual affection but... Read more »
Cannabis use among older adults (over the age of 65) is growing rapidly. The National Survey on Drug Use and Health indicated that between 2015 and 2023, the prevalence of self-reported previous... Read more »
The sympathetic and parasympathetic systems are the two main branches of the autonomic nervous system (ANS), which controls involuntary functions like heart rate, breathing, and digestion. The sympathetic system acts like a... Read more »
In a recent episode of The Hard Skills podcast, I dug into the double-bind familiar to so many women leaders navigating workplace politics dynamics: Speak up and risk being branded “too aggressive”;... Read more »