The Curse of the Golden Child – Failure, Accomplishment and Self-worth
Some kids seem to have it all going for them. But the Golden Child may be set up for struggles with failure, accomplishment, and self-worth
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Envy, Competition and Friendship — Feeling Better About Ourselves Despite Our “Bad” Feelings
We sometimes feel envious and competitive toward friends and family. Society frowns on this, so we try our best to squash these feelings.
My Teenager Is A Nightmare, Which Proves They Need Me: Dependency, Love and Adolescent Rebellion
Adolescence is a trying time for many western parents as we try to figure out what makes our children so unpleasant to us. But maybe it’s n
Improve Your Romantic Relationship — Conflict, Change, Love and Influence
Improving our romantic relationship by getting the other person to change rarely works, and usually causes conflict. There are better ways.
Eight Things You Should (And Shouldn't) Say: Communication, Friendship And Better Relationships
Are we really being as supportive and helpful to our friends as we could be? Is there friction that seems to come from nowhere? Here are s
Why We Can't Stop Ourselves -- Addiction, Willpower and Self-Esteem
Repetitive, harmful behavior seems senseless. Why do people harm themselves with alcohol, food, gambling, social media and the like? There
Your Children Will Always Disappoint You - How To Be A Happy Parent (With Happy Children) Anyway
We have great expectations for our children when they’re born, and that sets us up for disappointment. Here’s how to get some perspective,
Fear and Loneliness in the Corporate World – Coping With Work Stress and Pressure
The corporate world is a stressful one — that’s not news. But what exactly makes it so stressful? A guide to why you — or your loved one —
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