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Mental Rehearsal Worksheet (PDF)
Discover how to build new habits through the power of mental rehearsal.
One Must Imagine Sisyphus Happy: Finding Meaning in Eternal Struggle
Learn how to find meaning in life's never-ending uphill battles through the "Myth of Sisyphus" and the existentialist philosophy of Albert Camus.
The Art of Rejection and Saying No: One of the Most Underrated Social Skills
Learning how to reject people in a direct and polite way is one of the most difficult and underrated social skills. Here's how to tell people "no" and be more clear and upfront about your intentions while minimizing the hurt in others.
How Aesthetic Chills Boost Feelings of Acceptance, Inspiration, and Meaning
Aesthetic chills or "goosebumps" are a pleasurable sensation that people experience while listening to their favorite music, watching a powerful film, or observing classic art. New research shows that it's not just a temporary feeling; it can also have a deeper impact on our beliefs and self-image, as well as serve as a potential treatment option for depression.
Positive vs. Negative Self: A Dialogue (PDF)
Our minds can sometimes feel like a battleground of different thoughts competing with one another. In this exercise, you'll be asked to write a fictional dialogue between your "positive self" and "negative self."
2024 World Happiness Rankings: USA Falls Out of Top 20, Youngest Hit Hardest
What are the top 20 happiest countries in the world? How do mental health and well-being trends look in the United States and Canada? The 2024 World Happiness Report is in!
Emotions Are Weakness: 5 Maladaptive Beliefs That Lead to Emotional Dysfunction
Do you see your emotions as a source of strength or weakness? New research shows how maladaptive beliefs about feelings can lead to destructive patterns and poor self-regulation. Learn how to better navigate your emotional world by cultivating the right approach and mindset toward every feeling.
Future Self Worksheet (PDF)
Do you know where you're going in life? Complete this worksheet to gain a clearer picture of your "future self" and what type of person you want to become later in life – and most importantly, how to get there!
Rumination vs. Savoring: The Neural Dynamics Between Positive and Negative Thinking
Rumination is the cornerstone of depression and anxiety. It's characterized by an excessive replaying of negative thoughts and memories. A new study finds rumination activates the same brain regions as savoring, or the replaying of positive thoughts. Can depressed people learn to use their brains' natural abilities in a more constructive way?
