3 Strategies to Master the Art & Science of Asking for a Favor
"Just thinking about it gives me hives," explained my patient. Like many people I know, she doesn't like asking for favors. Most people prefer...
This Is How to Stop Ruminating
“Nothing in life is as important as you think it is, while you are thinking about it.”
— Daniel Kahneman, Thinking, Fast and Slow
Do you ever get...
Feeling Socially Stuffed? Have an Exit Strategy
Making a big entrance may be important, but don't underestimate the benefits of having an exit strategy.
"I love you all dearly but want you...
A Neuroscience-Backed Strategy for Success
Everyone knows the benefits of exercise so why is it that so few people bother? One study found that 75% of people barely exercise...
When Willpower Isn’t Enough
How can you get yourself to do things you really don’t feel like doing but really should do? University of Pennsylvania professor Katherine Milkman...
A Case for Sweeping Negative Emotions Under the Rug
Suppressing negative thoughts might improve mental health. This isn’t a typo. Nor is it a lingering belief from my WASPY upbringing. It’s the findings of a new...