Your Personal Renaissance

Motivation

How to Build Hope in Troubled Times

Diane E Dreher Ph.D. on April 24, 2025

If today's distressing news is dragging you down, you can increase your positivity by building hope.

Conspiracy Theories

Why Are People Drawn to Extremist Cults?

Diane E Dreher Ph.D. on February 25, 2025

Why are so many people drawn to conspiracy theories and extremist cults? The answer may surprise you.

Creativity

7 Keys to Becoming More Creative than Reactive

Diane E Dreher Ph.D. on January 23, 2025

Have you been feeling overwhelmed by all the stressors in your life? You can move from being reactive to creative with these keys to flourishing.

Creativity

How Creativity Can Heal Your Life in Troubled Times

Diane E Dreher Ph.D. on January 2, 2025

Research shows that creativity can relieve anxiety, boost mental health, and help us make better choices. Learn how it can help bring out the best in you.

Emotional Abuse

5 Ways People Try to Control Us

Diane E Dreher Ph.D. on November 23, 2024

If you have felt powerless in a personal, workplace, or political relationship, this could be why.

Self-Help

Do You Have a Favorite Family Story?

Diane E Dreher Ph.D. on October 9, 2024

Do you have a favorite family story? Did someone in your family inspire you to become who you are today?

Stress

Why Rudeness from Political Candidates Is Bad for Everyone

Diane E Dreher Ph.D. on August 26, 2024

Research shows why witnessing political rudeness is bad for you. Here's what you can do about it.

Motivation

6 Keys to Overcoming Limitations

Diane E Dreher Ph.D. on August 7, 2024

Overcome limitations with a new mindset: Six keys to building your confidence, positivity, and success.

Fear

Are You Afraid Your Efforts Can't Make a Difference?

Diane E Dreher Ph.D. on July 30, 2024

If you've been feeling your efforts don't make a difference, here are brain-based strategies for regaining your sense of agency.

Self-Help

The Power of Your Personal Strengths

Diane E Dreher Ph.D. on July 15, 2024

If you've been languishing lately, research shows how using your strengths could bring a new Renaissance into your life.

Mating

A Hidden Threat of Online Dating Sites

Diane E Dreher Ph.D. on June 18, 2024

How to recognize tricks and tactics of online emotional manipulators.

Gratitude

What Good Is Gratitude When There’s So Much Trouble in the World?

Diane E Dreher Ph.D. on May 22, 2024

Do you know that gratitude can help you cope during troubled times? These three small gratitude practices can make a major difference in your life.

Narcissism

How to Recover From Narcissistic Parenting

Diane E Dreher Ph.D. on March 28, 2024

How can you recover from narcissistic parenting? Explore 5 critical steps to recovery.

Motivation

How Curious Are You?

Diane E Dreher Ph.D. on February 22, 2024

Are you curious? Curiosity may be one of your hidden strengths.

Self-Help

Where Do You Feel at Home?

Diane E Dreher Ph.D. on February 3, 2024

Where do you feel at home? To feel safe and secure, we need a sense of home, and here are some ways to find it.

Microbiome

What Does Your Gut Have to Do With Your Mood?

Diane E Dreher Ph.D. on January 10, 2024

There's a strong connection between your microbiome and mental health.

Stress

How Can You Deal With Stress and Lack of Control?

Diane E Dreher Ph.D. on December 4, 2023

If you've been feeling stressed and confused lately, you may be experiencing ambiguous loss. These five steps can help.

Politics

How Not to Let Politics Ruin Your Family Dinner

Diane E Dreher Ph.D. on November 1, 2023

Three powerful steps to create greater understanding.

Attention

Give Yourself a Break

Diane E Dreher Ph.D. on October 27, 2023

Why not give yourself a break? Taking short breaks can improve your job performance as well as your health.

Loneliness

How to Overcome Feeling Lonely and Powerless

Diane E Dreher Ph.D. on August 16, 2023

If you've been feeling lonely and powerless, here are some empowering strategies from two award-winning coaches.