Last week we talked about finding lasting happiness, which usually takes work and sacrifice. Maintaining a positive mindset is critical and creating a new narrative for yourself may put you on a path to a rosier future. What else can you do? Make your environment...
Happiness is a worthwhile thing to pursue. So say the Dalai Lama—the purpose of life is to strive for happiness—and the U.S. Constitution—every citizen has the right to life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness. But what constitutes happiness? Let’s just say it’s...
Steve and Jenny are at the breakfast table. He’s reading the paper; she’s doing the crossword. He says, “That movie we saw got nominated for five Golden Globes.” She doesn’t look up. She hears him, but she’s focused. He thinks she thinks he’s being a nuisance. She...
If someone tells you you’re too sensitive, beware. They could be the bull in the china shop who stampedes over your feelings and then expects you not to mind. Or they could be the manipulative toxic person who is trying to control you. Or they could actually be trying...
Some behaviors are simply not good for your mental health. Sometimes just a few small adjustments can make a big difference in your life. You don’t always have to make a herculean effort to get yourself feeling significantly better. There may be just a few tune-ups...
For many people, it’s easier to love thy neighbor than thyself. It’s easier to show compassion to a friend or even a stranger than to cut yourself a little slack. If you’re someone who expects perfection from yourself, slow down. Ask yourself why you need to be...
