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Authentic: What It Means to Be “Real” According to Psychology

by Steven Handel

authentic

What does it mean to be authentic and real? Psychologists explore the concepts of “realness” and “fakeness” in an interesting new study. 

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How Reading Fiction Improves You and Your Brain

by Steven Handel

reading fiction

Reading fiction has shown to have a variety of cognitive benefits including boosting empathy, verbal abilities, moral attitudes, motivation, and social skills.

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Rubber Band Technique: How to Monitor Your Negative Thinking

by Steven Handel

rubber band technique

Want to stop your negative thinking in its tracks? Try the “rubber band technique” to be more mindful of your negative thoughts throughout the day.

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Dealbreakers: What Are You Not Willing to Compromise On?

by Steven Handel

dealbreakers

Identify your dealbreakers. What core values do you hold that you aren’t willing to compromise on no matter what?

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Let Bygones Be Bygones: Forgiveness and Letting Go of Emotional Residue

by Steven Handel

bygones be bygones

When you have a bad interaction with someone, how quickly can you let it go? The answer can make all the difference in your happiness and relationships.

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