Category Archives: Cognition
Be Grateful for This Day
It is easy to forget that this moment is all we really have. Watch the inspiring video by Louie Schwartzberg below to cultivate gratitude for whatever this day brings into your life. If you are interested, there is a free … Continue reading
Posted in Cognition, Current events, Stress
Tagged gratitude, Louie Schwartzberg, moving art
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Why Judging People Makes Us Unhappy
Criticism of others and self-criticism are two common topics in any therapist’s office. Here is an insightful article on judgment that I found on www.tinybuddha.com. “It’s not what you look at that matters, it’s what you see.” ~Henry David Thoreau … Continue reading
What’s Your Story?
Each one of us has a unique story that reveals our internal complexity. In this thought-provoking TED talk, novelist Chimamanda Adichie talks about the dangers of simplifying the story of a person or place, and the importance of valuing the … Continue reading
Posted in Cognition, Relationships
Tagged Chimamanda Adichie, racism, stereotyping
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Living with Your Hands Off Your Ears
Learning and growth only happen when we are willing to step out of our comfort zone, despite the fear and apprehension of doing so. Immersing ourselves in the feared experience allows us to learn from it. Here’s a great talk … Continue reading
Posted in Cognition, Health, Miscellaneous, Stress
Tagged courage, fear, growth, learning, Peter Bregman
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