Careful: Sharp Edges
Change is difficult enough without making it harder for ourselves. Here’s how to avoid goals and personal standards that do more harm than good.
Psychology, Philosophy and Real Life Articles in April, 2013
Psychology, Philosophy and Real Life published the following articles in April, 2013.
“Look for the Helpers”: Fred Rogers’ Powerful Message for Tragic Times
During times of tragedy, we can find some comfort in the fact that good people come forward to help. It is heartening to know that most of us do have the empathy and courage to make things better.
We Haven’t Come a Long Way…And Don’t Call Me ‘Baby’
A recent New York Magazine article demonstrates just how challenging it can be to be a woman in today’s society. The problem is that the article does not carefully analyze issues or offer potential solutions, but instead uses specious evidence and a tired bashing of feminism. We deserve better.
Behaviorism Outside the Skinner Box
It’s a long way from the research lab to the street. Here’s what can go wrong when we take bedrock psychological theory and try to apply it to real life.
Are Opinions on Shame Beginning to Change?
We have much to learn still about guilt and shame, and the roles these emotions can play in shaping behavior.
The Merchants of Fear
It’s time to stop buying the fake threats ginned up by our news media and politicians so we can get on with our lives and protect ourselves from genuine danger.
Here’s Looking at You, Kid: The Power in Focusing on Women’s Looks
President Barack Obama’s comments about the attractiveness of California Attorney General Kamala Harris set off a discussion about whether men should compliment women on our looks. However, the larger point is about what focusing on women’s appearance means for how we are perceived.