The Clarity

From focus to deep engagement

Tara Well Ph.D.

Why Should You Talk to Yourself?

Research show how you can use self-talk to your advantage.

How to Deal With Fear of Public Spaces After COVID-19

Even after restrictions have lifted, anxiety may linger. Here's what to do.

Are You Zoomed-Out? Here's What to Do

Uncomfortable on Zoom? Online meetings are here to stay, so is looking at yourself in the video camera.

The Secret to Being Comfortable Alone

What does it mean to be more comfortable being alone? This shift in perspective is surprisingly effective.

Closing Out 2020 with Wisdom

How has 2020 made you wiser? 6 learning themes from a year like no other.

Mirrors Reflect Moral Character

How does looking in the mirror influence moral decisions?

How to Feel Less Lonely: Face Yourself

What to feel less lonely? Consider facing yourself.

Can Selfies Be Used to Detect Heart Disease?

Can selfies improve the effectiveness of telemedicine?

Masking the Social Smile

Can a face mask conceal true emotions?

The Lonely Social Brain

A new study finds differences in how lonelier people represent others in the brain.

Why Looking in the Mirror Can Help Fight Despair

A counterintuitive approach to dealing with a new reality.

How to Be More Confident on Video Chat

Many people find video calls more uncomfortable than face-to-face interactions. Here's how to change that.

Social Distancing and the Fear Virus

How not to catch the fear virus.

Staying Grounded in a Time of Anxiety

When you feel you've lost control of your surroundings, do this.

What Mirror Meditation Can Teach You

Mirrors can evoke some strong feelings in us, but they can also be incredibly useful in ways you might not have imagined.

My Favorite Psychology Books of 2019

How many have you read?

A Remedy for Appearance Obsessions

Does the mirror trigger self-criticism about your appearance? Turn it around with this simple trick.

Can You Be Too Self-Aware?

You can manage self-awareness for your benefit.

The Link Between Loneliness and Smiling

What signals do lonely people send in social interaction?

Permission to Feel

What would it be like to be more confident and comfortable with your emotions?

Three Steps to Compassionate Action

By understanding how the body responds to stress, you can learn to give and receive more help.

A Surprising Impact of the Male Gaze on Political Activism

There's a new twist to the role of the male gaze in politics

7 Summer Reads to Inspire You

Want to learn something new this summer? Check out these books, both new and classic.

The Secret to Taming Your Monkey Mind

When your brain goes into overdrive during meditation, there are ways to shift your awareness and take back control.

Compassion at the Mirror

Do positive affirmations really work?

Should You Exercise in Front of a Mirror?

What happens in your brain when you exercise in front of a mirror? It depends on how you look at it.

My Top 10 Psychology Books of 2018

These books have helped advance how we think about psychology. How many have you read?

The Secret to Managing Your Time Working From Home

Want to get more done? Try this new approach and find the sweet spot between structure and freedom.

What Do Narcissists See When They Look in the Mirror?

The connections between narcissism, mirrors, self-focus, and physical attractiveness are complex—and surprising.

Why Is Seeing Your Own Reflection So Important?

What do you see when you look in the mirror? Neuroscience tells us that our reflections are more important than you might think.

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