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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.

Just You and Your Thoughts

by Steven Handel

your thoughts


Imagine just you and your thoughts alone in an empty room, with nothing else to distract you. How would you feel?

Accepting Your Bias: Why No One Has a Perfect Window Into Reality

by Steven Handel

accepting your bias

Everyone has a bias. We each have our own window into reality and everyone’s view is a bit different. Understand this and you’ll be wiser.

Turning Emotions Up and Down at the Flick of a Switch

by Steven Handel

turning emotions up

Feeling extra stressed or overwhelmed? Consider dimming the lights to calm down your nervous system.

Related Resources:

  • 7 Grounding Exercises: A Powerful Tool For When You Feel Overwhelmed
  • How We Use Music to Manage Our Stress and Emotions
  • Emotional Valence vs. Arousal: Two-Dimensional Model for Emotions

The Pitfalls of Therapy: 3 Reasons Your Therapist May Be Failing You

by Steven Handel

therapist


Unveiling the pitfalls of therapy: recognize outdated models, curb overmedication, and reclaim responsibility for your long-term mental health.

Why You Should Believe in Hard Work Over Genes

by Steven Handel

hard work

While genes determine a lot of your overall potential, hard work determines how much of that potential you will fulfill. No matter where you start in life, it’s ultimately up to you to make the most of what you have.

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