Category: Relationships
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The Psychology of Guilt Corrects, Shame Withdraws: Why This Distinction Changes Everything
These aren’t just different ways of thinking—they activate completely different neural pathways with measurably different effects on your cognitive functioning. Guilt activates your anterior cingulate cortex, the brain region responsible for error detection, conflict monitoring, and course correction. This is your brain’s quality control center.
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The Unexpected Power of What We Say: A Reflection on “Hung by the Tongue”
Some books arrive precisely when you need them most. Hung by the Tongue by Francis P. Martin was one of those books for me—unexpected, unplanned, yet exactly what I needed to hear back in the early 1990’s. Here are 10 Life-Changing Principles from “Hung by the Tongue.”
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The Key Component For Social Magnetism
We all want better social connections, but there’s one key skill that can change everything. As adults, we learn to hide our true thoughts and feelings. But this often hurts our relationships more than it helps.
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Mysteries of How To Be Happy Revealed
Happiness is often misunderstood. You might think it comes from things like a new toy, a promotion, or a relationship. But these external sources don’t bring lasting joy. Your happiness can vanish in an instant when you learn someone else has more or better things. Here’s how to be happy forever!
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How To Use the Theater of the Mind Procedure To Get What You Want
By tailoring the Theater of the Mind technique to your specific career goals, you can create a powerful mental framework for success, aligning your mindset, actions, and objectives to propel your business and career forward.
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How and Why to Master the Art of Persuasion
In today’s world, mastering the art of persuasion is more important than ever. You likely use persuasion every day without realizing it.
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Newsletter: Recognizing Your Emotional Style for a Happier You
Mastering your moods has a profound effect on your daily experiences and overall well-being. By recognizing your emotional style, you can identify patterns in how you feel and respond to various situations.
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How to Talk to a Control Freak
Understanding the dynamics of dealing with control freaks will allow for better communication strategies. By recognizing the tactics used by control freaks, anyone can communicate with them.
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What Favorite Film Genres Reveal About Your Brain
Your favorite film genre can tell a lot about how your brain reacts to different emotions. Negative emotions like anger and fear often play significant roles in films, making them essential for understanding emotional processing in our brains. Until recently, the link between film choices and how we respond to negative emotions was not well-explored.