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 has done for the state of Tennessee, plans were underway...
How To Be More Optimistic
"It's just bleak out there." My patient was referring to the weather and also her general outlook. "Bleak" captures the way many people are feeling right now—general malaise, emotional exhaustion, and overwhelming pessimism. I...
Hidden Sources of Regret
If only I had moved to Boston...
If only I had taken that job...
If only I had stayed...
If only I had left...
If only I had married him...
These are all regrets I have heard before. Not...
If You Live In Fear of Making a Mistake, Consider This
Why we prefer people who aren't perfect, warts and all.
According to a classic study by psychologist Elliot Aronson, making mistakes can make us more likable. In fact, people who never make mistakes are perceived...
A Cure for FOMO
When you scroll less, you live more.
"Chill out. It's not realistic to expect to be invited to everything." These words of wisdom were not from a sage but from my 14-year-old daughter in response...
How to Help A Friend With Anxiety (From People Who Have Anxiety)
Here are 5 tips my patients tell me help the most. Take it from them. Not me.
"I'm doing just fine," explained my patient. It was late March 2020 and our lives had just been...