How to Not Take Things So Personally, According to Experts
As someone who’s been called “too sensitive” more times than I can count, I get that attempting to learn how to not take things personally can feel about as possible as trying to “just relax” or “stop overthinking.” (What else am I supposed to assume when a friend leaves my last three texts on delivered—meanwhile […]
What Is ‘Cancer Ghosting’? Here’s How To Deal With It
“Cancer ghosting” is when people whom you thought would be around and offer support suddenly … [+] disappear after you’ve been diagnosed with cancer. (Photo: Getty) getty Few people would say, “Gee, I really would like to be ghosted.” That’s under any circumstances, let alone when they have cancer. But visit discussion forums like Reddit, […]
I’m a Psychologist Who Used to Hate Winter—Here’s How to Learn to Love It
It’s not that people never complained about the weather up in the Nordic countries, Dr. Leibowitz says. But she observed that they were big on what she calls “winter-positive small talk,” too—like chatting about how soft and stunning the natural light was and how comfy and restorative the next few months would be. The takeaway: […]
How to tell someone 'no' and not feel guilty about it, from an Ivy League behavioral scientist
If you find saying "no" daunting, try to stop thinking about how the other person will respond, says Cornell University behavioral scientist … Source link
How to Build a Healthier Relationship With Your Screen
Whether it’s for work, convenience, connection or entertainment, we rely on digital technology. But the prevailing wisdom is that our screen-based lives are not good for us—that our digital devices and apps are addictive and harmful, wrecking attention span, sleep, and more. However, research suggests screen time isn’t actually the driving force behind declines in […]
Beating the Holiday Blues: How to look after your mental health and anxiety this Christmas
The festive season is a jolly time for most people. But it’s common for some to deal with Christmas-induced depression, anxiety, stress, and isolation. ADVERTISEMENT As we approach the winter solstice, the darkest time of the year in the northern hemisphere, sparkling lights and merriment of the holiday season are helping to brighten up our […]
Anxious over the physical effects of ageing? Here’s how to embrace the passing years
Mr Chong from The Lion Mind stressed the importance of addressing the negative emotions one has around ageing. “If left unaddressed, they can spiral into larger mental health issues, including chronic stress, social withdrawal or depression. Recognising and addressing these feelings early is essential,“ he said. TO AGE WITH GRACE The experts said it is […]
You Really Can’t ‘Fix’ Other People—Here’s How to Make Peace With That
If anything, a savior complex could make the situation you’re trying to improve worse. According to Gutiérrez, constantly forgiving or making excuses for someone’s inconsiderate (or downright shitty) habits—even if it stems from pain—sends subtle messages like, You don’t need to take responsibility, because I’ll handle it for you. Or, I’ll always be here, no […]
Why Your Feelings As A Leader Matter — And How To Manage Them
Leadership, for all its rewards and recognitions, can be a very isolating experience. After all, there are very few objective indicators that can routinely put you at ease. How do you know if you’ve made the “right” decision with that most recent hire? How do you know that you’re having enough difficult conversations? Or that […]
How to ease into a satisfying retirement life
My research team at Harvard Business School and I spent a decade interviewing people to uncover the psychological, relational and life restructuring challenges of retiring — and how best to navigate them. We discovered that identity issues can loom large for people. That’s especially true in the early phases of retiring, when they grapple with […]