Procrastination

Writer's Block

By Phil Stutz and Barry Michels on May 29, 2012 in The Tools

I see a lot of writers in my practice and every one of them has gotten blocked at one time or another. It isn’t hard to figure out why. Imagine sitting in a room by yourself trying to create a whole new world populated with entertaining and original characters. Now imagine doing it day after day. It’s lonely, difficult work. Read More

Combat Depression with Procrastination Technology

By Dr. Bill Knaus, Ed.D. on May 25, 2012 in Science and Sensibility

Secondary procrastination and depression often go hand-in-hand. Tune into this combination. Knowledgeably work against it. Feel good again. Read More

The Downside of Planning

By Art Markman, Ph.D. on May 25, 2012 in Ulterior Motives

For most of us, life is just too busy. It is hard to do everything you want and need to do in a day. What can you do to help yourself reach your goals without getting overwhelmed by the details? Read More

How to Survive as a Poet

By Susan K. Perry, Ph.D. on May 21, 2012 in Creating in Flow

A more-then-moderately successful poet's "self-help memoir" is full of tips about how to keep writing in a world that doesn't much care. Read More

Influence Yourself With a "Why-Do" List

By Michael Pantalon on May 21, 2012 in The Science of Influence

The To-Do list has in many instances turned out to be a highly effective way of getting things done. However, we all have some to-do list items that we chronically fail to get around to despite all of the best intentions. Read More

How to Find Your Best Career & Get Paid Doing What You Love

By Preston Ni, M.S.B.A. on May 17, 2012 in Communication Success

Do you love what you do? Most Americans don't. According to CareerFinders.com, four out of five Americans do not have their ideal jobs. The following are three factors that can help you identify your best career. Read More

No Magic When It Comes to Weight Control

By Timothy A. Pychyl, Ph.D. on May 15, 2012 in Don't Delay

“Illuminating the Obesity Epidemic With Mathematics” is the title of a new paper by Dr. Carson Chow. A recent New York Times article captures Chow’s conclusions succinctly, “There’s no magic bullet on this.” So, what does it take? Read More

Love Is Just the Entry Fee

By Ben Michaelis, Ph.D. on May 11, 2012 in The Creative Imperative

Is love really all you need? Read More

Time to Cover Your Clocks

By Susan K. Perry, Ph.D. on May 9, 2012 in Creating in Flow

Plain old linear time has its usefulness, but reinventing time can help you find the endless time of a flow state. Read More

Are You a Poor Communicator? Stop the Damage and Improve Relationships

By Preston Ni, M.S.B.A. on May 5, 2012 in Communication Success

Communicating with others can be a difficult and frustrating experience. Here are four of the most common mistakes in communication. The good news is that once we become aware of these poor habits, we can change the way we communicate, resulting in improved relationships. Read More

You've Been Framed!

By Alain Samson, Ph.D. on May 4, 2012 in Consumed

Some communications are framed more persuasively than others. Effects may vary. Read More

Asking Your Date Core Questions

By Carl Alasko, Ph.D. on May 2, 2012 in Beyond Blame

Why be coy about something as serious as being serious? And especially as life-changing as having a child, or children? Read More

The Tools

By Phil Stutz and Barry Michels on May 1, 2012 in The Tools

There’s always a first time. The first time a patient in pain is sitting in front of you and you come up empty, with nothing to offer. Her name was Roberta and her problem was an all too common one. She’d fallen head over heels for a guy at work. They’d started dating and were already talking about moving in together. Everything was fine—except for one small detail... Read More

Compromise Is Never a Dirty Word

By Russell Razzaque, M.D. on May 1, 2012 in Political Intelligence

Being open to learn through the process you are engaged in, what ever that may be, is fundamental to creative, emotionally intelligent leadership. Read More

Can You Make Yourself Smarter? Only if You Try

By Timothy A. Pychyl, Ph.D. on April 19, 2012 in Don't Delay

An article in the New York Times summarizes some compelling evidence that we can improve short-term memory that in turn improves fluid intelligence. Yet, as the author writes, “. . . cognitive exercises may prove to be up against something even more resistant to training than fluid intelligence: human nature.” Read More

Essential Reads: Editor's Picks

The Downside of Planning
by Art Markman, Ph.D.
The Tools
by Phil Stutz and Barry Michels
Is the Word "Just" an Injustice to Self-Regulation?
by Timothy A. Pychyl, Ph.D.

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