Your Personal Renaissance

Life's true calling

Diane Dreher Ph.D.

What Does the Color Pink Do to You?

Does the color pink drain your energy? Why it's been used in jail cells to pacify prisoners.

Feeling Overwhelmed by Adversity?

These two powerful keys to resilience can help.

Is Something Valuable Missing from Your Life?

Are you feeling isolated? Try this micro-moment practice from positive psychology.

Transcending Problems and Workplace Disengagement

Are you feeling disengaged or stuck in a chronic problem? Get a new perspective with the power of Appreciative Inquiry.

The Hidden Cost of Ageism

The hidden cost of ageism affects all of us.

Is the Federal Government Committing Child Abuse?

Is the US government committing child abuse? Research reveals the emotional damage of current border policy.

Rising Suicide Rates Point to a Crisis in Meaning

With rising rates in depression and anxiety, where can we find meaning today?

America’s Silent Crisis

Are you suffering from sleep debt? Here are some ways to deal with it.

A Simple Way to Overcome Negativity

Are you looking for a way to decrease anxiety, rumination, guilt, and shame? Try savoring.

Do You Work for a Narcissistic Organization?

Do you work in a narcissistic organization? 9 signs of an unhealthy workplace and how to deal with it.

Can a Simple Spice Improve Your Memory?

Concerned about your memory? New UCLA research offers a surprising source of hope.

Too Much to Do in Too Little Time?

Are you feeling time-stressed, with too much to do in too little time? Here's one way to gain greater peace of mind

How Does Stress Affect Children’s Brains?

Do you know how stress affects children's brains? Promising research about childhood trauma and resilience.

How Can You Make Better Decisions?

Research has shown that for more complex decisions, we are actually better off relying on intuition.

Why Are Narcissists So Attractive?

Why are narcissists so attractive? Do you know the signs?

The Alarming Rise in Teen Mental Illness

What's behind the alarming rise in teen mental illness? New research offers some clues

Why Do Horses Help Us Heal?

Have you ever wondered why horses are used in therapy?

How to Honor Your Energies in the Year Ahead

Have you been going against the grain? A timely reminder to honor your energies

For Education, the Best Technology May Still Be a Pencil

Looking for the best education technology? Surprising insights from research

Rushing Around for the Holidays?

Is holiday stress wearing you out? Here's a timely reminder from a classic study

Why Do We Have an Empathy Deficit?

Have you been feeling an empathy deficit? If so, here's how to deal with it.

Feeling Stressed, Anxious, and Alone?

Feeling stressed, anxious, and alone? Research shows how to regain your peace of mind

A Surprising Way to Deal with Stress

Looking for a new way to deal with stress? Here's one that may surprise you.

Why Your Dog Is Good for Your Health

Can your dog help you deal with stress? Some surprising research

The Narcissist Next Door

Do you have a narcissist in your life? What to watch out for.

How Can We Change the Rampant Disrespect in Our World?

Is disrespect wearing you down? Some ways to begin making a difference.

Do You Get Exhausted in Crowds?

Do you get exhausted in crowds? You may be an empath

Three Ways People Try to Manipulate You

Three ways people try to manipulate us. Watch out for these common logical fallacies.

Have You Been Infected by Other People's Emotions?

Are other people's emotions contagious? The powerful effect of social contagion.

What Are We Missing in Today’s Conflicts?

The missing link in too many current conflicts--and what you can do about it.

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