Thicken Your Skin

Innovative tips, strategies, and cutting edge applications of psychology for all aspects of life enhancement.

by Dr. Hendrie Weisinger

The Art of Losing: Lessons from a Wolverine

To avoid being a real loser, heed these lessons! Read More

Obama, A-Rod, Criticism & Unrealistic Expectations

A-Rod and Obama are both getting a lot of criticism but is it realistic criticism? I think not. Read More

Peyton Manning, Difficult Conversations, and Dr. Hank

In the boardroom and bedroom, we all have difficult conversations - they don't have to be anxiety-arousing! Read More

If You Are a Parent, Read This

Mother, wife, home maker, worker—can you do it all? Read More

Personal Intelligence—Are You Using Yours?

Is your career stalled? Are you in the wrong job? Better check your PI! Read More

Flying Like Superman!

What made Superman "Super?" Here lies the answer! Read More

Charlie Sheen, Anger Management & Dr. Hank

I think it's fair to say that I qualify as an "anger management critic." So here's my critique of Charlie Sheen's new show, Anger Management. Read More

Emotional Intelligence at Work: Your Performance Appraisal

You know the term emotional intelligence—using your emotions, feelings, moods and those of others as a source of information that allows you to make better decisions and navigate through life more effectively. Read More

Your Comeback Toolkit

I'm sure there are times when your best-laid plans don't pan out. You may seem to be going along just fine, when suddenly---wham!---a setback sends you veering off course. Your forward movement comes to a grinding halt and your motivation plummets. At such times, your self-esteem may crash as well, leaving you waylaid by feelings of fear, doubt, and hopelessness. &n Read More