When you lose someone you love, the grief can be overwhelming. Though explanations alone can never be enough to soothe soul-searing grief, gaining a better understanding of it may help you through the initial period of acute grief. According to Dr. Katherine Shear, the founding director for the Center for Complicated Grief at Columbia[…]
“It’s not how much we give but how much love we put into giving.” — Mother Teresa The holidays are a time for gratitude, celebrations, family, friends, and, of course, gifts. Bombarded with advertising trying to convince you that you need the latest and greatest, it’s easy to lose sight of what really matters[…]
Because it’s not the the worst feeling in the world, but it’s up there. We’ve all experienced the dreaded belly bloat now—you know, that uncomfortable feeling of fullness in your stomach. Typically, it crops up after a big meal, or one too many beers, or something we probably shouldn’t have eaten because it just[…]
Your brain is a wondrous thing, but it’s certainly not perfect. Sometimes it forgets important details, such as your overdue dentist appointment or a meeting with a client. Or it may fail to notice essential things in your environment, leading you to make mistakes that could cause you to get hurt, put yourself at risk[…]
Mindfulness is more than meditation and staying in the present — and can make you more successful. Why do some people seem to handle challenges with grace and ease while other crumble under stress? A growing body of research points to mindfulness as the answer. Put simply, mindfulness is, “the act of being intensely aware of what you’re sensing[…]
Make time every week to reflect and get centered on your commitment to lead. Ever feel stretched to your limits at work? Maybe you feel the strain from managing difficult workplace politics or co-worker relationships. Maybe you become stressed-out when second-guessed or criticized by a business partner. Sometimes just the mere fact that you[…]
Emotion-Focused and Problem-Focused Strategies Whether you’ve been dumped by your date or you’ve had a rough day at the office, having healthy coping skills can be key to getting through tough times. Coping skills help you tolerate, minimize, and deal with stressful situations in life. Managing your stress well can help you feel better[…]
A string of recent research suggests regular meditation practice may boost mental flexibility and focus, offering powerful protection against cognitive decline. Most of us begin to misplace our keys, forget people’s names, or solve math problems less readily as we approach middle age. This is often referred to as age-related cognitive decline. Years ago,[…]
Social media channels, app companies—they don’t want you to stop scrolling, so they’ve enlisted the top mind hacks from psychology to keep you craving for more. Here are three ways your mind is being tapped to linger longer and five tips for getting unhooked. The average person spends a combined total of one entire[…]
Savor the Flavor! Eating only when you’re hungry helps you control your caloric intake, savor your food and avoid overeating. Use the tips below to help you be mindful of what you are eating, while you are eating it. Am I really hungry? Avoid eating if you are bored, stressed or tired. Drink water.[…]