Many New Year’s resolutions are broken by the end of January. If that sentence describes you, don’t fret. New Year’s resolutions are hard to keep because we humans—and probably most primates—have brains that are designed for pleasurable sensations and encounters such as eating delicious food, having sex, socializing or mastering a difficult task. And you probably guessed it—New Year’s resolutions defy your brain’s wiring for pleasure. And when … [Read more...]
New Year’s Eve Love Resolutions: The Worst and the Best
December 24, 2013 By
It’s nearing the end of the year, and you know what that means—making New Year’s resolutions. I’ve gone on record not to make resolutions in January for the whole year. It’s too easy to lose motivation. But I do recommend that you test your resolve, motivation and realistic assessment of one or two resolutions on a monthly basis. Most resolutions get broken before Valentine’s Day. … [Read more...]
Holiday Stress Tips: The Holiday Season May Not be the Best Time to Settle Family Grievances
December 16, 2013 By
Oh—so you think that just because you are together with your family that it’s a good time to have one of those heart-to-hearts where you grab the opportunity to air your emotional hurts and open wounds. Well, not so fast. It just may not be the best time to settle your grievances. Why It May Not be a Good Idea … [Read more...]
Managing Career Setback
December 10, 2013 By
No matter how seasoned and successful you are, you still may experience disappointments and setbacks. Here are tips to empower you. Read this several times: No one is immune from experiencing career setbacks, disappointments and regrets and making mistakes big and small. Setbacks come in many forms for all of us. See if these situations sound like you. I’ve added possible solutions for each item. 1. Inaction: “I delayed acting on … [Read more...]
When Women Fall for Bad Boys: The Allure, Danger and How to Manage It
November 26, 2013 By
Bad boys have edginess. They’re risk-takers, a trait that’s present in successful, charismatic men of power, status, wealth and savvy. So, what’s wrong with being attracted to them? The answer is “almost nothing,” as long as you don’t allow the exhilaration of being with a man of fame, fortune or excitement make you overlook his disrespect of you. Look at the expression on the face of the women with the pink striped top. She’s the only one not … [Read more...]
