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How to Confront a Narcissist
Learn simple but powerful ways of standing up for your needs with a narcissist.
Is AI Dangerous for Our Children?
The potential for the misuse of chatbots should be of particular concern to parents, as children and teens can be drawn into conversations and even relationships with them.
What Drives Friendly Competition Between Good Friends?
From besties to frenemies, here’s why some friendships come with a competitive edge.
A Parent’s Intuition: Analyzing an Adult Child’s Partner
Why parents should pay attention to their instincts about the relational health and safety of their adult children.
Why Bright-Siding Brings Out My Dark Side
Bright-siding someone who is grieving is rarely, if ever, effective in cheering them up — it’s more likely to annoy them.
Regret: A Path to Self-Knowledge and Wisdom
Why is it important to examine our regretted decisions? Essentially, to figure out what went wrong and to make wiser decisions tomorrow.
The Risk of Agency Decay Amid AI Use
We must treat human agency as the expression of a muscle that needs regular exercise. The convenience of AI is seductive, but the cost of blind reliance is cognitive atrophy.
When Every Day Feels Like a Blur
Feeling like you’re parenting on autopilot? Discover a new way to lead with presence—without losing your authority or yourself in the process.
The Hidden Connection Between Comedy and Depression
Discover the surprising science behind why so many comedians battle depression—and how humor can both heal and hurt.