So much about our relationships is dependent on communication. And more and more research is showing that how we say something can be just as important as what we say. Two people can recite the same set of words, but their volume, tone, pitch, and pace of speaking can completely alter the message that is being conveyed.
Guilt is a powerful emotion, but it also serves an important purpose. When we act in a way that disappoints or hurts others, and we feel guilty about it, that can motivate us to improve ourselves and change our future behavior.
Martin Seligman’s new book “Flourish: A Visionary Understanding of Happiness and Well-Being” elaborates on what it means to live a truly fulfilling life.
A healthy emotional life is not about never experiencing negative emotions, but learning how to channel them in positive and constructive ways.
Can depression sometimes be our teacher? Science suggests that depression evokes a cognitive mechanism that helps solve personal problems.
