The Traits of Excellence

From habit change to reaching excellence.

Robert J Maurer Ph.D.

Love Ain't Easy

Why aren't relationships easier? There is a biological reason.

Dating Made Not-So-Simple

Why do people continue to choose the wrong partners?

Dating Made Simple

A new way to look at relationships is simple, and profound.

New Years Resolutions

How to make your best resolution EVER.

Tis The Season

If you aren't looking forward to this holiday season, you aren't alone.

Good Health: Don't Lose Any Sleep Over It

Sleep your way to a better life.

Understanding Myths About Mistakes

Have you ever beaten yourself up for a mistake? There's a better strategy.

The Hero's Journey

Can you take the pain out of painful relationships?

The Hero's Journey

A path to a peaceful heart can be yours.

It's Not My Fault!

How to resolve conflict in a healthy way.

The Power of Curiosity Part 2

Why is it so hard for us to listen to others with opposing points of view?

The Power of Curiosity

Are you truly curious? How to remain calm when someone's opinion is difficult to understand.

Healing the Most Important Relationship In Your Life

If you had a choice, what would you rather be feeling right now?

The Pursuit of Happiness

The biggest challenge in relationships -- with ourselves and others

How New Year's Resolutions Succeed or Fail

Why change is so hard and why it doesn't have to be.

The Currency that Makes a Relationship Thrive

What powerful biologic need is the essential fuel for connections to others?

Why We All Just Need a Little Attention

Attention is an essential component for our physical health, and it is crucial to all of our closest relationships.

The Art and Science of Mistakes II

Why and how we sabotage our success

The Art and Science of Mistakes

To err is human, but...how human do we have to be?

4 Myths About Mistakes (and How to Get Past Them)

Ever made a mistake? That's a GOOD thing.

Why Change Is So Hard

Change is hard only if you think it's so.

The One Question You Have to Answer About Your Partner

Knowing what a person does in response to fear is critical to the success of any relationship.

The Power of "No"

How rejection can be the best gift a friend can give. Do you have someone in your life willing to tell you when they think you are "off course"?

The Collaborative Response

Gourmet strategies.

Danger Signs

Six strategies not to use when afraid or stressed.

The Fork in the Road to Success

There is one skill that is essential for sustaining excellence in health, relationships, and career once success is achieved.

What If Stress Does Not Exist?

What if a healthy relationship with fear could alleviate anxiety or a stress disorder?