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Author: Steven Handel

Steven Handel is a published author, coach, and creator at The Emotion Machine, a website dedicated to all aspects of psychology and self improvement in the 21st century.

The Desire to Change People: Letting Go of What You Can’t Control

by Steven Handel

change people

The desire to change people is natural, but it can also become toxic and stressful. We should let go of trying to change those who aren’t willing to change.

Related Resources:

  • People Are Like The Weather: Hard to Predict and Outside of Your Control
  • Why We Ignore Advice When We Need It The Most
  • I Feel You: Why Emotional Validation is More Important Than Giving Advice

Bare Essentials of My Minimalist Workout

by Steven Handel

Be Interested In Everyone: Curiosity Is A Social Superpower

by Steven Handel

be interested in everyone

When you become more curious about people, you not only improve your relationships and ability to connect with them – you also become a more well-rounded person overall.

Related Resources:

  • First Impressions: Making Good Ones And Overcoming Bad Ones
  • 10 Second Relationships: Why Small Interactions Matter
  • Social Anxiety Hierarchy Worksheet (PDF)

This Isn’t Me: Selflessness and Creativity

by Steven Handel

Blur The Line Between Work and Play

by Steven Handel

Blur The Line Between Work and Play

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