Category Archives: Current events
Was Robin Williams a Coward?
So we can all judge Robin Williams and say that he was a “coward” or “should have gotten more help” or “should have thought about his wife and kids,” but that isn’t what this story is about. Continue reading
Posted in Current events, Relationships
Tagged courage, coward, Robin Williams, suicide
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Go (Old, Boring) Spurs Go!
The San Antonio Spurs are leading 3-1 in the NBA Finals, well-poised to win their 5th NBA championship since 1999. Ironically, this team has a reputation for being “boring.” And now, with Tim Duncan and Manu Ginobili in their late 30’s, they are also known as “old and boring!” How could this be? How could one of the greatest basketball players of all time and a team that has won numerous championships be considered boring? Continue reading
Posted in Current events
Tagged #gospursgo, #nbafinals2014, Gregg Popovich, NBA finals, San Antonio Spurs, Tim Duncan, winning
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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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Sexual Orientation and Homosexuality
In light of all the current focus on gay marriage, I thought it would be useful to reprint some information on sexual orientation and homosexuality provided on the website of the American Psychological Association. If, as a nation, we are … Continue reading
Posted in Current events, Psychotherapy
Tagged American Psychological Association, gay marriage, homosexuality, sexual orientation
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Miss Representation
A new documentary called “Miss Representation” premiered at the 2011 Sundance Film Festival. This film explores how the media misrepresents women, ultimately undermining their political power and influence. I saw a screening a couple of months ago, and think the film … Continue reading
Decision Fatigue
Ever feel overwhelmed by the sheer number of decisions you make in a given day? Wonder why you sometimes end up making really poor decisions when you are shopping? Wish you could make better decisions when you go out to … Continue reading
Posted in Cognition, Current events, Neuroscience, Stress
Tagged decision fatigue, Stress, time pressure
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