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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.

4 Ways to Make the Most of Your Role Models

by Steven Handel

role models

If you want to make the most of your role models, these are great ways to dive deeper into the lessons you can learn from them.

How to Build Thick Skin and Stop Being So Sensitive

by Steven Handel

thick skin


How sensitive are you to other people’s thoughts and opinions? Discover how to develop “thick skin” and not be so easily offended or threatened by what other people say and do. Learn how to put the ultimate trust in yourself.

The Echo Effect: How Repeating People’s Words Improves Social Interaction

by Steven Handel

echo effect

Repeating people’s words can be very important in building likability, comfort, and social connectedness. Psychologists are calling this the “echo effect.”

Related Resources:

  • Conversation Threading: How to Never Run Out of New Things to Say
  • The Power of Simple Communication: Why Plain Language Is Better Than Complex Jargon
  • Mind-Reading: Avoid This Common Trap to Improve Your Communication Skills

Happy With Less: Try Living With One Less Desire

by Steven Handel

desire


Often becoming more happy is just as much about letting go of certain desires as it is about fulfilling them. What if you tried living with one less desire?

5 Reasons to Calm Down Your Analytical Mind

by Steven Handel

analytical mind

Your analytical mind has its benefits, but also its costs. There are certain situations where it’s better to calm down over-thinking and let your instincts do the work.

Related Resources:

  • How to Master Your Intuition and Know When to Trust Your Gut
  • 7 Ways to Connect More With Your Emotional Self
  • I’m Too Smart To Be Happy: Debunking Depressive Realism
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