5 Harvard-Recommended Books to Boost Your Intelligence This Summer Looking to sharpen your mind this summer? Harvard University recommends five books to enhance critical thinking and intelligence. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen how reading fosters cognitive growth and mental health. Let’s explore these books, their benefits for your brain, and … Read more
How Squid Game Reveals Our Complex Relationship with Money Squid Game, Netflix’s 2021 South Korean phenomenon by Hwang Dong-hyuk, captivated millions with its chilling blend of horror, drama, and thriller. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen how its portrayal of debt-driven desperation mirrors real-world struggles. Drawing on Mark Travers, Gustave Le … Read more
Signs of Low Self-Esteem and How to Build Confidence, Per Experts Do you often feel worthless or overly critical of yourself? Dr. Christophe André and Morris Rosenberg’s Self-Esteem Scale reveal how such thoughts signal low self-esteem, a barrier to happiness. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen how nurturing self-worth transforms lives. … Read more
Breaking Free from the Invisible Grip of Manipulative Relationships Vanessa Springora’s Consent and Pascale Jamoulle’s I Was No Longer in Existence expose the devastating grip of manipulative relationships, as seen in Springora’s abuse by Gabriel Matzneff and Judith Godrèche’s experience with Benoit Jacquot. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen how such … Read more
Why Doubt Signals High Intelligence and How to Harness It Ever feel paralyzed by doubt? A 2011 University of Toronto study suggests it’s a sign of high intelligence, reflecting cognitive flexibility. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen how embracing doubt boosts decision-making and well-being. Let’s explore why doubt indicates intelligence, its … Read more
5 Daily Habits Blocking Your Summer Shine and How to Overcome Them Summer promises joy, yet certain habits can dim your glow. Experts like Rebiha Coulet, Dr. Didier Courbat, Catherine Malpas, and Claudia Gaultier identify five behaviors that hinder your radiance. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen how small changes boost … Read more
Pilot-Inspired Checklist to Overcome Indecision and Boost Mental Health Feeling paralyzed by indecision? Dr. Alice Boyes, in Psychology Today, shares a pilot-inspired checklist method to make clearer, calmer decisions. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen how structured decision-making reduces stress. Let’s explore why indecision harms mental health, the pilot-inspired approach, and … Read more
How to Break Free from All-or-Nothing Thinking for Better Mental Health Caught in an all-or-nothing mindset, where life feels like success or failure with no in-between? Dr. Jordan Grumet, author of The Purpose Code, explains that this dichotomous thinking fuels stress and hinders happiness. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen how … Read more
How Heat Waves Impact Mental Health and What to Do About It Swelteringly unbearable heat doesn’t just affect your body—it can darken your mood. Studies from the University of Berkeley and JAMA Psychiatry link heat waves to increased depression, anxiety, and even violence. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen how environmental … Read more
How Clutter Affects Your Mental Health and Why Cleaning Matters Does a messy home stress you out? Experts like Dr. Sheri Borger Carter, Cindy Glovinsky, and Dr. Gabby Trejo explain how clutter impacts mental health, potentially signaling deeper issues like depression. As a psychology professor with decades of expertise, I’ve seen how tidying can boost … Read more