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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.

7 Things to Remind Yourself When Interacting With Difficult People

by Steven Handel

difficult people

We all have to deal with difficult people throughout the day. While these are never pleasant experiences, here are healthy reminders to make the process easier.

Related Resources:

  • Hasslers: How Difficult People Drain Time From Your Life
  • The Drama Triangle: How We Get Trapped in Playing the Roles of Victim, Rescuer, and Persecutor
  • How to Defuse Heated Arguments Before They Spiral Out of Control

Triggers: Creating Boundaries Between You and Your Bad Habits

by Steven Handel

bad habits

When you can’t always rely on sheer willpower to change yourself, one tool you can use is creating more boundaries between you and your bad habits.

Related Resources:

  • The Hedonic Treadmill: An Essential Insight for Maximizing Happiness
  • The Power of Nudges: Insights on How to Influence Human Behavior
  • Urge Surfing: A Mindful Approach to Overcoming Addictive Behaviors

How Perfectionism Destroys Happiness

by Steven Handel

perfectionism


Perfectionism is a great way to destroy the happiness in your life, because it sets your expectations at an unrealistically high standard that can’t be met.

Curiosity and the Advantages of a Hungry Mind

by Steven Handel

curiosity

New psychology research has discovered the many benefits of curiosity and a “hungry mind.” Check out how to cultivate more curiosity in your life.

Related Resources:

  • Your Map of Reality: How Your Beliefs Influence How You See the World
  • Beginner’s Mind: Looking at Old Problems With New Eyes
  • Be Interested In Everyone: Curiosity Is A Social Superpower

The Power of Leisure: How to Wisely Spend Your Free Time

by Steven Handel

leisure


Leisure plays a huge role in our overall happiness and well-being. A new study reveals 5 main ways we benefit from leisure.

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