Handmade: Worth Its Weight in Gold
People are willing to pay as much as 17% more for a handmade item over its machine-made counterpart, studies show, be it a ceramic...
Is Humility the Antidote for the Humblebrag?
As the old saying goes, "True humility is not thinking less of yourself, it is thinking of yourself less."
In recognition of all Dolly Parton...
You Can Stop Worrying About Finding Yourself
Ten years ago I was invited to give a talk at the American Psychiatric Association's annual meeting. In those days, I wasn't used to...
20 Secrets of Successful Students
1. Find the right roommate
Find a smart roommate. A Dartmouth study shows that a studious roommate’s habits have a positive effect on the less studious roommate’s...
Your Brain Is A Muscle You Can Strengthen: Here’s How
"I am who I am." I've heard this line from patients countless times. "You can't teach an old dog new tricks" is another version....
Autumn Anxiety is Real
Autumn anxiety may not be an official diagnosis but the annual experience of increased stress at this time of year is very real. As...