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Be the Sun, Not the Salt

The Science Behind Why We Are Energized by Some People and Depleted by Others

Anxiety
Sunrise and Serotonin

Harry Cohen Ph.D. on March 7, 2025

Mornings set the tone for the rest of the day. The habits we establish in the first hours after waking can significantly impact our mood, stress levels, and overall well-being.

Mornings set the tone for the rest of the day. The habits we establish in the first hours after waking can significantly impact our mood, stress levels, and overall well-being.

Self-Talk
Self-Talk Strategies That Work

Harry Cohen Ph.D. on January 29, 2025

Research by Ethan Kross on self-talk techniques can transform your inner dialogue from a source of stress into a catalyst for growth.

Research by Ethan Kross on self-talk techniques can transform your inner dialogue from a source of stress into a catalyst for growth.

Motivation
3 Proven Strategies for Sticking to New Year’s Resolutions

Harry Cohen Ph.D. on January 14, 2025

Break goals into small steps, use visual reminders, and build social support to boost success and stick to your New Year’s resolutions with science-backed strategies.

Break goals into small steps, use visual reminders, and build social support to boost success and stick to your New Year’s resolutions with science-backed strategies.

Positive Psychology
The Science of Holiday Cheer

Harry Cohen Ph.D. on December 17, 2024

Discover how small acts of kindness can boost your holiday spirit, reduce stress, and improve mental health through science-backed methods.

Discover how small acts of kindness can boost your holiday spirit, reduce stress, and improve mental health through science-backed methods.

Gratitude
Staying Positive Around Difficult Family Members

Harry Cohen Ph.D. on November 8, 2024

Navigate challenging family gatherings with positivity. Learn how to set boundaries, express gratitude, and gracefully exit negative conversations this holiday season.

Navigate challenging family gatherings with positivity. Learn how to set boundaries, express gratitude, and gracefully exit negative conversations this holiday season.

Stress
Eustress: The Good Stress

Harry Cohen Ph.D. on August 13, 2024

Explore the concept of eustress, a positive form of stress that can be beneficial for well-being.

Explore the concept of eustress, a positive form of stress that can be beneficial for well-being.

Gratitude
Be the Sun, Not the Salt

Harry Cohen Ph.D. on November 14, 2023

Ever felt the power of positive people or the drain from negative ones? Learn the science behind these interactions and how you can be an energizing force for yourself and others.

Ever felt the power of positive people or the drain from negative ones? Learn the science behind these interactions and how you can be an energizing force for yourself and others.