Everyone engages in self-talk. But much depends on the way we do it.
The Magazine - May 2015
Two books offer antidotes to the culture of self-promotion.
A diverse group is rebelling against inevitability and saving what we value most deeply.
Why romantic rejection is more crushing for some and how to ease the pain
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Divorce and unrealistic expectations in love.
A Canadian cartoonist finds humor in history.
Too much empathy can blind you to your own needs.
Stigma about mental illness continues, even among the elite.
What does mental growth look like at different stages of life?
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The dread that comes with age may guide your everyday choices—for better or worse.
Ease your present angst by thinking about the future.
How to balance idealism and realism.
How do our cognitive skills change over time?
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The evolution of self-esteem
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