Let behaviors guide how you feel
Let behaviors guide how you feel
Have you ever noticed that certain things you do influence how you feel? For example, feeling really joyful after spending time with good friends. Or, feeling sad when you watch a heart-wrenching movie?…
Opposite actions to change strong emotions
Emotions permeate every aspect of our lives. They elevate us during triumphant gains, and plummet us during devastating losses. They are such an universal part of the human experience that psychologist Paul Eckman has identified…
Taking a mindful break
Many of you have shared with me that the current pace of life does not feel sustainable — between constantly shifting COVID-19 landscapes and ongoing sociopolitical conflicts around the world — it has been a…
Ask a psychologist: Practical tips to manage stress
For many, this is an especially busy time of the year. If you are feeling overwhelmed, consider the following stress management tips. Keep in mind that stress isn’t a bad thing. There is a well-known Yerkes-Dodson Law that suggests there is such a thing as an “optimal” level of stress…