Why Your Brain Keeps Leaving the Conversation

Why Your Brain Keeps Leaving the Conversation

One night recently, I “left” my kitchen while still standing in it. My wife was telling me about some family vexations she’d happened upon during the day. As soon as I heard... Read more »
Making and Protecting Friendships in Uncertain Times

Making and Protecting Friendships in Uncertain Times

You probably have seen articles about how important friendships are for our psychological, emotional, and physical health. Friends help us celebrate good times, but they are especially important when times are tough.... Read more »
The Gentleman’s Code of Connection

The Gentleman’s Code of Connection

For the better part of five years, I’ve been going to a shooting retreat in the foothills near Yosemite to improve my skills and have a bit of fun. These retreats or... Read more »
I Used to Drink to Calm My Anxiety—Here’s What I Wish I Knew

I Used to Drink to Calm My Anxiety—Here’s What I Wish I Knew

As the cold beer ran down my throat, the sharpness of my self-conscious thoughts started to lose its edge. The conversation started to flow, and the laughter became easier. The first time... Read more »
World-Renowned DJ Hardwell on Mental Performance

World-Renowned DJ Hardwell on Mental Performance

Robbert van de Corput, a world-renowned DJ professionally known as Hardwell, has been performing in front of large crowds across the world for over a decade. But for Hardwell, it’s not about... Read more »
The Extreme Fear and Pain of Being Criticized

The Extreme Fear and Pain of Being Criticized

Some spend their entire lives defending themselves against punishment and shame, seeing it lurking everywhere. Those with a tendency to engage in black and white thinking tend to either feel threatened and... Read more »
A New Path to Well-Being

A New Path to Well-Being

Imagine you’re stuck indoors, the city outside a grey blur, and the stresses of daily life have left your mind feeling like a tangled mess. Traditional wisdom suggests a walk in the... Read more »
Why We Think Others Lie More Than We Do

Why We Think Others Lie More Than We Do

When a rival lies or cheats, we demand justice. But when a friend does, we offer excuses. Equally, we believe our team plays by the rules while others bend them. Yet honesty... Read more »
Why More May Not Be Better

Why More May Not Be Better

Imagine your most vital communication simply stops. You’re talking, smiling, and connecting with a loved one, and suddenly, they go blank. Their eyes are open, their face is still, and all your... Read more »
Food Insecurity Harms Child Development

Food Insecurity Harms Child Development

This week, more than 42 million Americans, including 16 million children, are set to lose their monthly food benefits as part of the U.S. Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). Many of these... Read more »
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