Problem of Avoidance
Marc Lener, MD :No one enjoys a stressful situation. From time to time, we all avoid dealing with our problems; however, when avoidance becomes a...
Life
How to survive and thrive after a breakup
Wendy L. Patrick, J.D., Ph.D :After a breakup, people often experience personal growth that can help them in future relationships.Categories of growth include self-improvement, better...
Why single people are attractive
Wendy L. Patrick, J.D., PhD :Many people are perfectly happy enjoying life as a single person. Comfortable flying solo, they are not looking for a...
Friendships give strength to partnership
Linda Bloom, L.C.S.W., and Charlie Bloom, M.S.W. :Linda: I live in Northern California where we can frequently see the ancient redwood and Sequoias, which are...
The Covid Bed-Spread
Wendy Troxel, PhD : With the first Valentine’s Day of the pandemic era approaching, it may be a good time to reexamine some tired assumptions...
Why people might reject a Covid-19 Vaccine
Michael D. Matthews, PhD :Safe and effective vaccinations for Covid-19 are here and more are on the way. The supply of vaccines is increasing and...
Honest Conversations in Relationships
Debra Mashek, Ph.D :Last week the universe told me to do some thinking about honest conversations. On Monday I gave a talk titled Being Comfortable...
Causes of Climate Change
Ilan Kelman, Ph.D :Several United Nations agreements use 2030 for their timeframe, including the Sustainable Development Goals, the Sendai Framework for Disaster Risk Reduction, the...
More Humor, Lightness, and Brightness
David Fessell :It’s a common sentiment; maybe you’ve even felt it yourself. It feels so good to help others laugh. Good humor and laugher bring...
How chronic illness affects couples
Katie Willard Virant :Chronic illness affects not only the person diagnosed with disease, but also her social network. The romantic couple – a person’s most...
Concepts that good thinkers use Pillars of better decision-making
Marty Nemko, Ph.D :In making a decision, the intelligent person considers an issue in full-dimension, that is, considering all relevant factors.Let’s say you’re a manager...
Here’s how to choose the right face oil according to your skin type
The word “face oils” may bring pictures of oily, shiny skin that feels heavy, making you want to never add the product to your skincare...