A new psychology book reveals that procrastination and nail-biting aren't just bad habits — they're actually survival ...

Your mind can be both your fiercest ally and your toughest opponent. Research uncovers what negative self-talk might really be doing for you, and how to work with it. Have you ever noticed a voice in ...

Want to stay current with Arthur’s writing? Sign up to get an email every time a new column comes out. Ample evidence exists to show that a lack of such self-sufficiency is very bad for you. Scholars ...

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Self-affirmations can help increase your self-worth and motivation. With regular practice, you can shift your focus toward your strengths and adapt to new circumstances more easily. Self-affirmation ...

"Be yourself." We've all heard that one before, but it's usually easier said than done. What does being yourself even mean, and how does one do so in a world where everyone is so focused on defining ...

Learning to be kind to yourself is a powerful part of the healing journey. We are always with ourselves. We can cause great damage through self-criticism, judgment, ignoring physical and emotional ...

Wanting to be more social or outgoing sounds deceptively simple: Just talk to more people, say yes to every invite, and strike up friendly conversations with strangers, right? But for introverts, ...