Does the Thought of Winding Down Wind You Up?
Imagine sitting alone at a restaurant waiting for a friend. How do you pass the time? Do you look around? Do you savor the...
The Feel Good Factor: Vitality
Vitality is a word I didn't hear much in medical school or psychiatry residence. I was well versed in the language of illness, not...
The Difference Between Narcissistic And Benevolent Lies
Most of the time honesty is the best policy...but not always. Under some circumstances, telling a white lie may even help bolster social connections....
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...
5 Strategies to Balance Your News Diet
The news these days is bleak. It's no wonder that people are tuning out. According to the annual Reuters Institute Digital News Report, many...
Little Acts of Love Have a Big Impact
What makes a person feel loved? In the movies, it's the dramatic expressions of love that melt our hearts. Think Rose and Jack on...