Have you ever entered a theater to see a movie or play that was really over-hyped, only to later be let down because it didn’t meet your expectations? What about when you saw that other movie or play that you knew nothing about, but ended up leaving pleasantly surprised? This is just one example of [...]

I believe our minds are the most powerful things we have, yet each one seems to be a bit different. We all have different thoughts, ideas, values, and beliefs about the world and how we should live in it. I personally think it’s great, because the more diversity we have in our thoughts and beliefs, [...]

Exhibiting loving-kindness and compassion is one of the most under-appreciated methods of improving our mental well-being. But how can doing something that benefits another possibly allow me to feel better? Although it may seem counter-intuitive, studies have shown that helping others actually does increase our own happiness. It gets us to step out of our [...]