Have you ever thought about how attention works? Or have you ever heard anyone say that they have a “limited attention span”? What does all of this mean, exactly? And how does attention really work? The answer, surprisingly, has been researched decades ago. In the 1950s, the British psychologist Donald Broadbent conductive the first significant […]
The Winter Solstice
Welcome to December, the darkest month of the year. Despite the dark and cold of December, the month actually has a long history of celebration, spanning back to the ancient world. In ancient times, there was a festival called “Midwinter,” a time near the Winter Solstice, which normally occurs around December 21. “The word solstice […]
Recurrences of Depressive Episodes
Those who suffer from depressive episodes may understand how debilitating it can be. According to the authors of a recent study, about half of the people who suffer from a Major Depressive Episode (MDE) for the first time will also experience reoccurrences. This means that the likelihood of experiencing more than one MDE is about […]
Powering Your Life with Passion and Perseverance: A Look at ‘Grit’
A few years ago, author and professor Angela Duckworth, published a book that introduced mainstream readers to a very interesting and helpful concept: Grit. Grit can be defined in a number of ways, but the general gist of it is to have a “hang-in-there posture toward challenge(s).” Surprisingly, as Duckworth documents in her book, “Grit: […]
A Short History of Halloween
It’s the end of October, and that means Halloween is here. And while many of use may carve a pumpkin, go trick-or-treating, or decorate our homes with ghosts and goblins, few people may know that – although many of our most cherished Halloween traditions have more modern roots, the holiday itself is very ancient. In […]
COVID-19: How Can the Pandemic End?
By now, news of the COVID-19 pandemic feels stale. The pandemic first hit the United States in March 2020, and now, nearly two years later, the scourge is still with us. But the situation continues to change and evolve. Just this week, it was announced that 700,000 Americans have lost their lives to COVID-19 – […]
The Health Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar Every few years or so, a new “miracle” health product arrives on store shelves. I can personally recall that in the 2010s, things like coconut milk, pomegranate juice, and avocado butter have been all the rage. And despite how trendy some of these products have become, they are […]
Reclaiming the Morning The morning is often an overlooked time of day. Normally, due to commitments, family, or busy schedules, people do not often have the time or luxury to experience the morning in a calm, thoughtful, or reflective way. In her book, “Good Mornings,” author Linnea Dunne explores practical steps for how to have […]
The Narcissistic Personality The term “narcissist” tends to get thrown around a lot these days. But maybe rightfully so . . . our lives tend to be overrun with social media posts, celebrities, and people who appear genuinely preoccupied by looks, status, and fame. But where does the line get drawn between the abovementioned aspects […]