“Bad day” or “the apocalypse?” Some people have an amazing ability to take small problems and transform them into much bigger ones. Be aware of these 3 types of exaggerated thinking and how to avoid them in the future.
The year 2013 is coming to an end – this article is a celebration of the top 10 best psychology and self improvement articles published this year at The Emotion Machine.
As of today there have been more than 500 articles posted here in the past 4 years. These are great places to start learning more about how your mind works and how to improve your life.
Our family and close relatives are often times one of the strongest factors in shaping who we are and what we become later in life. You can’t fully understand yourself if you haven’t first looked at your family patterns.
In today’s world, it’s easy to become materialistic, but new research shows materialistic beliefs can hurt your happiness and well-being.
Big life events — the loss of a loved one, the end of a relationship, or an unexpected change in your career — take time to settle. Give yourself room to process, and let the meaning unfold at its own pace. Here are simple practices to help you navigate these difficult moments with greater grace and ease.