Makeup Mismanagement

Ancient Egyptians used copper, lead and malachite to color and define their faces and kohl to line their eyes. Ancient Greeks used crushed mulberries...

Make Love Last

Novelty wears off in life and love. Researchers call this process of getting used to things hedonic adaptation. Positive psychologist Sonja Lyubomirsky explores how...

Should You Come Clean?

Imagine interviewing for your dream job and being asked, “What is the worst grade you’ve ever received on an exam?” Do you come clean...

How Not To Make the Same Mistake Twice

Mike, 41, came to see me after splitting up with his girlfriend. It was the fourth relationships in five years that had gone wrong. He...

How to Overcome the “What the hell?” Effect

Does every day begin with the best intentions? You wake up early, eat a healthy breakfast, and plan on a healthy lunch, working out after...

Why You Should Live Life According to Your Values

Psychologists describe two types of motivation: (1) internal motivation—when we do things for the love of the game, because it is personally meaningful and reflects...