Pyschology

Why Considering Our Values is Important — We all want to be respected, tolerated, and accepted. But what exactly do those words mean? And are they exchangeable? Let’s explore the nuances of these crucial concepts. Defining respect, tolerance, and acceptance Respect, tolerance, and acceptance are three core attributes that have become more important. Respect: due regard for the feelings, wishes, or rights…

Aging and relationships demand an acceptance of reality. — Life is complicated. There are so many unknowns that influence a person’s life, almost too many at times. At first is all seems so simple. Then, we get older. The older a person gets, the more complex even the simplest of things become. Neither my wife nor I look as…

The Upside of Stress: Exploring the Positive Side of Stress — In her book The Upside of Stress, Kelly McGonigal dives into why and how stress can be good for us. A concept that goes back to ancient philosophers and is now backed up by modern science. The term "stress" often carries a negative connotation, with many associating it with anxiety…

The Yin & Yan Relationship of Anxiety and Stubbornness — Proverbs 29:1 A man who hardens his neck after much reproof Will suddenly be broken beyond remedy. There’s no denying it, we’re all a bunch of stubborn creatures. Whether we’re human, animal, or plant, we’re all hard-headed and determined to get what we want. It’s like we’re all driving down…

and then find the most authentic and genuine side inside you again — Dating yourself sounds pathetic because somebody might think you’re so lonely until you have to do that. The fact, this is one of the ways to stay connected with yourself. These are simple things that we need but sometimes too forget to spend time on. As I grew up, I…

*This Article is a sequel to ‘2 Strategies For Winning Any Argument’* Being human means being a part-time-debater. Life itself is chalk-full of compromise and rational discourse. However, just like most things in life, argumentation is a skill that can work in your favor — improving social, love, and professional…

The Benefits of Being Wrong — Admitting when we’re wrong is rarely ever easy. We can get embarrassed, frustrated, and even angry when we realize our opinion or assumption is incorrect. However, there are many benefits to being a “humility learner” and embracing the idea that it’s okay to make mistakes. We will explore the importance…