Self-compassion is one of the most important life skills. How often do you actively think kind thoughts about yourself? It could make a big difference in both your physical and mental health….
Need a good reason to socialize more? Try approaching people with a “kindness mindset.” When we meet people with the intention to do a favor, it can often disarm our sense of insecurity by taking the focus off of ourselves….
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This is a special live stream for all followers of The Emotion Machine. It’s a great opportunity to ask me any questions you want about psychology and self improvement. I’ll also be covering several new studies I’ve discovered recently and sharing my thoughts on them.
Scientific studies covered in this live stream:
- This is how psychotherapy for depression changes the brain
- Why you should believe you can control your emotions
- Pain can be a self-fulfilling prophecy
- Mindful movement may help lower stress, anxiety
- Disrupted circadian rhythms may drive anxiety and exacerbate brain disorders
- How to give up your cake and eat it too
- The illusion of multitasking boosts performance
- Family, school support makes kids more likely to stand up to bullying
- Strangers smile less to one another when they have their smartphones
- Cognitive micro-breaks can lead to increased positive affect for workers
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Often doing the little things can make a big difference in how others perceive us. Here is a comprehensive list of 30+ basic habits that will make you a more classy and respectful person. How many of these do you practice on a daily basis?…
In this first episode of “Talking to Myself,” I share some big announcements about my new book deal, as well as some interesting studies on nature and body image, writing and sleeping, sauna bathing, mindfulness and kindness, and the relationship between volunteering and self-esteem. I also answer some of your guys questions on Twitter, including questions on social media and social skills, how to manage an anxiety episode, the effect of pornography on our minds, how to get “revenge” on people who hurt you, forgiving others, and the difference between psychology and neuroscience.
Sources:
- Exposure to nature promotes a more positive body image
- Students more engaged and attentive following outdoor lesson in nature
- The connection between writing and sleeping
- Why sauna bathing is good for your health
- Mindfulness training leads to kindness toward socially ostracized strangers
- Helping strangers may help teen’s self-esteem
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