Goblin Mode: The Antidote for Perfectionism
So the Word of the Year is goblin mode. According to the Oxford English Dictionary, the selection is “a word or expression reflecting the ethos, mood, or...
Are You a Windbag? 5 Ways to Avoid Being a Know-it-All
“You should speak to an expert.” This is the standard advice we dole out whenever anyone has a problem or a question. But is...
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...
Why Reading Is So Good For You
People increasingly tell me they have a hard time starting a book, let alone finishing one. Reading a book takes time and concentration-two rarities...
The Best Way to Support a Friend Who Is Having a Hard Time
What is the best way to support a friend in need? According to research, this may be the wrong question. Simply showing up and...
Out to Dinner: The Art of the Order
Ordering dinner at a restaurant seems like a relatively straightforward process. You look over the menu, listen to the waiter pitch specials and make...