Resilience

Managing Others in a VUCA World: Use Emotional Intelligence

By Relly Nadler Psy.D., M.C.C. on March 29, 2020 in Leading with Emotional Intelligence

Your Leadership Super Bowl is How you Rise to the Occasion and Support, Soothe and Navigate the COVID -19 Crisis. Your Leadership is more Contagious than the Virus. Support Others

Your Leadership Super Bowl is How you Rise to the Occasion and Support, Soothe and Navigate the COVID -19 Crisis. Your Leadership is more Contagious than the Virus. Support Others

Aging

Lifelong Singles in Later Life: Stereotype-Defying Findings

By Bella DePaulo Ph.D. on March 29, 2020 in Living Single

A decade of research shows that it is not the lifelong single people who are most likely to become lonely or unhappy in later life. But they do have one big disadvantage.

A decade of research shows that it is not the lifelong single people who are most likely to become lonely or unhappy in later life. But they do have one big disadvantage.

Relationships

Listen to Your Family–No Advice or Criticism

By David Hanscom, MD on March 29, 2020 in Anxiety: Another Name for Pain

Somehow, most of us feel we have the right to be critical of others. None of like receiving it. Quit giving it–especially to your family.

Somehow, most of us feel we have the right to be critical of others. None of like receiving it. Quit giving it–especially to your family.

Health

The Revolution will not be Televised

By Briana Mezuk Ph.D. on March 29, 2020 in Ask an Epidemiologist

Looking for some colorful graphical projections of when the coronavirus pandemic will peak? Keep on walking. Looking for some reflective late-night reassurance? Come on in.

Looking for some colorful graphical projections of when the coronavirus pandemic will peak? Keep on walking. Looking for some reflective late-night reassurance? Come on in.

Philosophy

Neon Genesis Evangelion and the Hedgehog's Dilemma

By Walter Veit on March 29, 2020 in Science and Philosophy

The closer we become, the more deeply we hurt each other.

The closer we become, the more deeply we hurt each other.

Anxiety

How To Stay Positive During the Pandemic

By Kevin Foss MFT on March 29, 2020 in Stronger Than Fear

For many of us, life has suddenly changed. COVID-19 has become an overwhelming force, but maintaining hope through the pandemic is vital. Applying some of these tips can help.

For many of us, life has suddenly changed. COVID-19 has become an overwhelming force, but maintaining hope through the pandemic is vital. Applying some of these tips can help.

Philosophy

The Fact-Centered vs. The Feeling-Centered Person

By Marty Nemko Ph.D. on March 29, 2020 in How To Do Life

A debate in the time of coronavirus.

A debate in the time of coronavirus.

Fear

How to Pushback Coronavirus Fears, With 13 Better Thoughts

By Donna Barstow on March 28, 2020 in Ink Blots Cartoons

It's easy to be overwhelmed by the media's take on coronavirus. Just like taking one day at a time, try taking one fear at a time. You are stronger than they are!

It's easy to be overwhelmed by the media's take on coronavirus. Just like taking one day at a time, try taking one fear at a time. You are stronger than they are!

Artists use their power for good -- or evil. Remember Leni Reifenstahl's pro-Hitler films? Now, musicians from the US, Zambia, Vietnam & Uganda use songs to stop COVID-19 spread.

Philosophy

Scientific Inspiration from "Flatten the Curve"

By Alexander Danvers Ph.D. on March 28, 2020 in How Do You Know?

What makes the science behind "flatten the curve" so successful? And what can psychology researchers learn from it?

What makes the science behind "flatten the curve" so successful? And what can psychology researchers learn from it?

In this time of COVID-19, school and workplace closings and social distancing I am offering two poems that may help you cope through cognitive reframing and modeling mindfulness.

Relationships

Why You Keep Attracting Unavailable Partners

By Roxy Zarrabi Psy.D. on March 28, 2020 in Mindful Dating

The factors that contribute to this pattern and tips on how to break the cycle.

The factors that contribute to this pattern and tips on how to break the cycle.

Ethics and Morality

Adding Insult to Injury

By Iskra Fileva Ph.D. on March 28, 2020 in The Philosopher's Diaries

Kaiser sent a rather startling message to Dale: "Thank you for the sacrifice..."

Kaiser sent a rather startling message to Dale: "Thank you for the sacrifice..."

Creativity

Unintended Staycations

By Francine Toder Ph.D. on March 28, 2020 in Enhance Your Vintage Years

Is staying home making you stir-crazy? Satisfy your wanderlust in new ways.

Is staying home making you stir-crazy? Satisfy your wanderlust in new ways.

ADHD

Parenting a Kid with ADHD: Managing Home School

By Erlanger A. Turner Ph.D. on March 28, 2020 in The Race to Good Health

ADHD is a common childhood disorder and parents may experience some challenges helping their child complete school work. Here are some tips that may help.

ADHD is a common childhood disorder and parents may experience some challenges helping their child complete school work. Here are some tips that may help.

Resilience

COVID-19 and Older Adults

By Jamie D. Aten Ph.D. on March 28, 2020 in Hope + Resilience

Is it possible to foster more social connection with older people during physical distancing? Here are ways to buffer loneliness, foster connection, and promote life.

Is it possible to foster more social connection with older people during physical distancing? Here are ways to buffer loneliness, foster connection, and promote life.

A pilot study shows how lucid dreaming impacts insomnia and mood symptoms.

Health

Coronavirus: Voices of the Mentally Ill

By Arash Emamzadeh on March 28, 2020 in Finding a New Home

I share the painful struggles of some people with mental illness during the coronavirus outbreak.

I share the painful struggles of some people with mental illness during the coronavirus outbreak.

Parenting

Working from Home with Children During Covid-19

By Dona Matthews Ph.D. on March 28, 2020 in Going Beyond Intelligence

In a one-room schoolhouse, a teacher works with 20 kids. Here are some time-tested ideas for surviving—even thriving—while juggling work and kids.

In a one-room schoolhouse, a teacher works with 20 kids. Here are some time-tested ideas for surviving—even thriving—while juggling work and kids.

Media

Screens Aren't Destroying Society — They're Saving It

By Mike Brooks Ph.D. on March 28, 2020 in Tech Happy Life

Many people have said that screens are destroying our society. Right now, we should be grateful that we can benefit from our screens.

Many people have said that screens are destroying our society. Right now, we should be grateful that we can benefit from our screens.

Extroversion

We're All Just Introverted Extroverts

By Michael Alcee Ph.D. on March 28, 2020 in Live Life Creatively

Has COVID-19 got you feeling unsettled? It's all about balancing your introverted and extroverted sides.

Has COVID-19 got you feeling unsettled? It's all about balancing your introverted and extroverted sides.

Ethics and Morality

Heroism Turned Upside-Down

By Scott T Allison Ph.D. on March 28, 2020 in Why We Need Heroes

Heroism used to be reserved for a select few. Now every worker who keeps society running is a hero.

Heroism used to be reserved for a select few. Now every worker who keeps society running is a hero.

Spirituality

Living with Uncertainty in the Midst of a Pandemic

By Karin Arndt, Ph.D. on March 28, 2020 in A Hut of Her Own

Life is uncertain, and everything is impermanent. We need to find a way to accept this.

Life is uncertain, and everything is impermanent. We need to find a way to accept this.

Resilience

SOS from the ICU: Why Are Some Americans Not Practicing Social Distancing?

By Shauna H Springer Ph.D. on March 28, 2020 in Free-Range Psychology

Why are some people not engaging in social distancing — and what can we do about it?

Why are some people not engaging in social distancing — and what can we do about it?

Anxiety

Truth: I Don’t Know How to Reduce Your Pandemic Anxiety

By Cathy Malchiodi PhD, LPCC, LPAT, ATR-BC, REAT on March 28, 2020 in Arts and Health

The laundry lists of "how to reduce pandemic anxiety" are wearing me out. I encourage my colleagues to witness their own emotional landscape first.

The laundry lists of "how to reduce pandemic anxiety" are wearing me out. I encourage my colleagues to witness their own emotional landscape first.

Narcissism

He or She Reels You In to Pull the Rug

By Erin Leonard Ph.D. on March 28, 2020 in Peaceful Parenting

A partner who oscillates from nice to mean, caring to cold, and interested to dismissive keeps a person spinning. Here's how to stop the pain and confusion.

A partner who oscillates from nice to mean, caring to cold, and interested to dismissive keeps a person spinning. Here's how to stop the pain and confusion.

Creativity

Creative Activity and COVID 19 Captivity

By Shelley H Carson Ph.D. on March 28, 2020 in Life as Art

Are you stuck at home wondering what to do with your extra time? Transform "COVID 19 Captivity" into creative growth time for you and your family.

Are you stuck at home wondering what to do with your extra time? Transform "COVID 19 Captivity" into creative growth time for you and your family.

Anxiety

What You Might Need, Depending On How You're Feeling

By Mariana Plata on March 28, 2020 in The Gen Y Psy

Unsure of how to give yourself what you need right now? Sart by identifying how you feel with this guide.

Unsure of how to give yourself what you need right now? Sart by identifying how you feel with this guide.

Happiness

Stuck Inside? Try These 5 Awe-Inducing Activities

By Amie M. Gordon, Ph.D. on March 28, 2020 in Between You and Me

Experiences of awe boost health and well-being. Here are 5 ways to get your daily dose of awe even when you're stuck inside your house.

Experiences of awe boost health and well-being. Here are 5 ways to get your daily dose of awe even when you're stuck inside your house.