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The Ecology of the Self in the 21st Century

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Category: Psychology

Negative Emotions: Create A Plan to Respond to Them in a Healthy Way

by Steven Handel

have a plan

The current way you respond to your negative emotions doesn’t have to be the only way. Create a plan and choose a new way to respond to your negative emotions before they happen.

Related Resources:

  • 4 Fundamental Pillars of Emotional Intelligence
  • Triggers: Creating Boundaries Between You and Your Bad Habits
  • Imagine the Opposite Version of Yourself: A Thought Experiment to Spark Change

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. 

Related Resources:

  • Why It’s Worth It To Pay The Costs of Being Yourself
  • The Beautiful Mess Effect: People Like You When You Show You’re Vulnerable and Imperfect
  • The Need for Healthy Dissent: Standing Out and Breaking the Spiral of Silence

The Value of Reading Fiction: How Stories Shape Us

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.

Related Resources:

  • 6 Aspects Of A Balanced Person: A Complete Picture of Well-Being
  • Role Models Worksheet (PDF)
  • Social Bonding Through Movies: The Emotional Magic Behind Watching Films Together

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.

Related Resources:

  • 7 Metaphors for Cognitive Defusion: How to Accept and Detach From Any Thought
  • The Mindbus Technique: A Visualization for Defusing Negative Thoughts
  • Silver Linings for a Cloudy Day: Reframe Bad News Before You Get It

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?

Related Resources:

  • Core Values Worksheet (PDF)
  • Act On Your Values, Don’t Just Preach Them
  • Conflict Resolution: 4 Principles Behind Constructive and Peaceful Negotiation
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