Envy This!

A deeper look at one of the mind's most misunderstood states.

Artificial Intelligence
From Neurons to Networks

Frank J. Ninivaggi M.D., DLF-A.P.A. on January 27, 2026

AI is ultimately a story about selfhood—and the answer will not be found in the machine, but in what mindful awareness allows us to recognize when we see ourselves reflected there.

AI is ultimately a story about selfhood—and the answer will not be found in the machine, but in what mindful awareness allows us to recognize when we see ourselves reflected there.

Constantine and Helena
Motivation
Inside the Mind of an Emperor Who Changed the World

Frank J. Ninivaggi M.D., DLF-A.P.A. on September 10, 2025

History’s deepest currents are stirred not only by armies and decrees but also by the invisible workings of profound emotions, fantasies, and ideas within the fathomless human mind

History’s deepest currents are stirred not only by armies and decrees but also by the invisible workings of profound emotions, fantasies, and ideas within the fathomless human mind

Mindfulness
Bookended by Screens? 

Frank J. Ninivaggi M.D., DLF-A.P.A. on July 21, 2025

Digital self-care is a modern path to achieving digital clarity. We are not merely efficient information processors, but beings who seek presence, connection, and in-depth meaning.

Digital self-care is a modern path to achieving digital clarity. We are not merely efficient information processors, but beings who seek presence, connection, and in-depth meaning.

Education
First-Verb Parenting 

Frank J. Ninivaggi M.D., DLF-A.P.A. on January 30, 2025

The biomental "First-Verb" efficacy concept underscores caregivers as primary influencers in children's development through modeling modes: copying, imitation, and identification.

The biomental "First-Verb" efficacy concept underscores caregivers as primary influencers in children's development through modeling modes: copying, imitation, and identification.

Mating
Attraction at First Sight

Frank J. Ninivaggi M.D., DLF-A.P.A. on November 8, 2024

Understanding the science and predictable psychology of attraction becomes vital for enriching how we connect personally and collectively.

Understanding the science and predictable psychology of attraction becomes vital for enriching how we connect personally and collectively.

Positive Psychology
Values for Peace and a Just World Order

Frank J. Ninivaggi M.D., DLF-A.P.A. on July 24, 2024

Highlighting shared values shows agreeableness is an essential human super-trait, putting hate and other forms of negativity, such as global disruption, into sobering perspective.

Highlighting shared values shows agreeableness is an essential human super-trait, putting hate and other forms of negativity, such as global disruption, into sobering perspective.

Loneliness
The Difference Between Loneliness and Aloneness

Frank J. Ninivaggi M.D., DLF-A.P.A. on March 7, 2024

Emotional connection is an attitude that may be present in the absence of others—a tranquil aloneness, an inner resilience reinforced by trust fostered by positive relationships.

Emotional connection is an attitude that may be present in the absence of others—a tranquil aloneness, an inner resilience reinforced by trust fostered by positive relationships.

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The Power of Enough

We’re all holding onto something we’re sure we can’t give up on, but research shows that letting go can boost our happiness a lot more than we might think.

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