Category: Relationships
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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.
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Newsletter: Why Are So Many People Going Alcohol-Free?
If you give alcohol to a child they almost always think it tastes disgusting. You probably did too. However, due to cultural influences, we encourage people to push past the initial distaste to experience the effects of being buzzed or drunk.
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Breaking Free from Allodoxaphobia and Embracing True Freedom
Caring too much about what others think can trap you. Lao Tzu’s quote signifies this. When you focus on their opinions, it can lead to anxiety and stress. Allodoxaphobia is the fear of hearing others’ opinions about yourself.
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Newsletter: What is the True Meaning of Self-Actualization?
Self-actualization goes beyond just personal success. It means reaching your unique potential in ways that also help others. Examples can be through simple acts of kindness, staying strong during hardships, and staying positive when things get tough.
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Mastering Your Moods By Recognizing Your Emotional Style
Each type has its own unique strengths and challenges, and recognizing these can help in personal development, improving relationships, and creating supportive environments.
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Use “Spreading Activation” to Influence Decisions
Activating a mind network with word associations involves using specific language to trigger related concepts and emotions in the listener’s mind, thereby influencing their thoughts and attitudes toward a particular issue.