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The Hidden Force of Fragrance
Thanks to a growing body of research, scientists are gaining a better understanding of the link between smell, emotion and wellbeing. Faces appear more...
How To Take Criticism Like A Pro
We humans are really good at dwelling on stuff that make us feel bad. This negativity bias was helpful to our ancestors when survival...
Can Happiness Really Be Taught?
Genuine happiness was not given much thought when I was training to become a psychiatrist. The goal of treatment was to get a patient...
Can You Force Someone To Be Healthier?
In wellness, there’s no one-size-fits-all regimen. In fact, the first step on the path to a better, healthier, happier life, is choice. In a classic...
The One Thing Happy People Do Daily That Makes a Difference
We all know people who seem to be just naturally cheerful and upbeat. Our friend, “Sam,” immediately comes to mind. His partner “Beth” told...
Do You Have a Ghost Life?
Do you ever wonder about your unlived life? Do you ever wonder about the life you might have had? I have a patient, S,...
Not Your Mother’s Manners
It is not unusual to hear manners dismissed as artificial or outdated vestiges of a formal and stuffy past. Some argue that manners constrain...
Does Appearance Matter?
It was junior year of high school when I discovered the boy I had a crush on had a crush on someone else. Heartbroken,...
Do You Perform Differently When Someone Is Watching?
What is the simplest way to make tastier food? According to a study from Harvard Business School, cooks make significantly better food when they can...
Throw Money At It
“There just isn’t enough time in the day,” explained Jennifer, a new patient. Jennifer had initially come to see me because of a conflict...
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How Can I Make Myself Stand Out In A Job Interview?
Conventional wisdom holds that in order to stand out, it is important to highlight your achievements. Findings from a study conducted by researchers at...
Does Showing Emotion At Work Undermine My Authority As A Boss?
Showing emotion need not undermine your authority. On the contrary, it can underscore your commitment to your work. It all depends on how you...
Write a Letter: It’s Good for You
It is astonishing how quickly we adapt to the good things in life. A famous example of this is lottery winners. In the short...
Realistic Resolutions That Will Actually Stick
Full disclosure: New Year's resolutions are the bane of my January-February existence. In theory, they are a wonderfully positive chance to turn over a...
Is Home a Feeling or a Place?
It is said that home is a feeling, not a place. But for many of us, the house we grew up in occupies sacred...
