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Transforming Male Body Image: Proven Strategies from Research

By Chris Stiff, Keele University
Chris Stiff, Keele University

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Body image issues are sometimes thought to mainly affect women. But some surveys estimate around 28% of men aged 18 and over regularly struggle with their body image.

Groove to Improve: Dance's Impact on Workplace Efficiency

By Michela Vecchi and Ian Marsh
Michela Vecchi and Ian Marsh

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Breakdancing in the break room might not seem like the best way to get ahead at work, but research shows recreational dance can actually improve productivity performance in the workplace.

Is Our Sense Of Fairness Driven By Selfishness?

By Patricia Christian, Karolinska Institutet
Patricia Christian, Karolinska Institutet

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Whenever we make choices in a social setting about how much we want to share with others we must navigate between our own selfish interests and social norms for fairness.

Embracing Nature: Simple Solutions for Eco-Anxiety

By Karen Magruder, University of Texas at Arlington
Karen Magruder, University of Texas at Arlington

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Keeping your cool in a warming world: 8 steps to help manage eco-anxiety

Aging Gracefully: Confronting the Grief of Lost Youth

By Carol Lefevre, University of Adelaide
Carol Lefevre, University of Adelaide

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Anyone parenting young children will be familiar with the phrase “there’ll be tears before bedtime”. But in a quieter, more private way, the expression seems perfectly pitched to describe the largely hidden grief of ageing.

Why Do We Take Things Personally?

By Coline Monsarrat
Coline Monsarrat

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We know how taking things personally affects us in a negative way. We know it is a bad habit, but it seems complicated to resist the thoughts that come to our minds.

False Belief: It Is Weak to be Afraid

By Lawrence Doochin
Lawrence Doochin

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Life brings us a lot of pointers that are intended to help awaken us to greater realities and perspectives beyond the limited ways in which we see ourselves and the world. Understanding our fears is at the top of the list.

Short-Term Thinking for Long-Term Health Goals

By Kaitlin Woolley and Paul Stillman
Kaitlin Woolley and Paul Stillman

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Focus on right now, not the distant future, to stay motivated and on track to your long-term health goals

The Secret to Beating Loneliness: It's Not What You Think

By Alex Jordan, InnerSelf.com
Alex Jordan, InnerSelf.com

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Loneliness, a universal human experience, often conjures images of an aching heart yearning for connection. However, recent insights suggest that our understanding of loneliness requires a more profound examination beyond the need to belong.

The C-Word in Pop Culture: A Symbol of Reclamation and Resistance

By Christian Ilbury, The University of Edinburgh
Christian Ilbury, The University of Edinburgh

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They’re serving what?! How the c-word went from camp to internet mainstream

Being More Mindful: Tips for Enhancing Family Life

By Hali Kil and Nathaniel Johnson, Simon Fraser University
Hali Kil and Nathaniel Johnson, Simon Fraser University

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In its Buddhist origins, mindfulness involves showing compassion towards yourself and all living things.

The Truth About Being Single During the Holidays

By Yuthika Girme, Simon Fraser University
Yuthika Girme, Simon Fraser University

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Being single sucks. At least that’s the impression you get when watching Christmas movies. So many of these films focus on finding love during the holiday season.

Here’s What ‘Woke’ Means and How To Respond

By Letitia Meynell, Dalhousie University
Letitia Meynell, Dalhousie University

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A few years ago, there was considerable anxiety in some quarters about “political correctness,” particularly at universities. Now it’s known as wokeness, and even though the terminology has changed, the concerns are much the same.

Female Gift Bringers: More Than Mrs. Claus

By Ellen Evert Hopman
Ellen Evert Hopman

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In Britain and the United States, we are used to “Father Christmas” and “Santa Claus” but other countries and cultures celebrate female gift bringers.

The Science Of Gift Wrapping Explains Why Sloppy Is Better

By Erick M. Mas, Vanderbilt University
Erick M. Mas, Vanderbilt University

They say appearances can be deceiving. In the case of gift giving, they might be right.

Coping with Grief During the Holidays: Finding Meaning in Loss

By Mandy Doria, University of Colorado
Mandy Doria, University of Colorado

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For many who are suffering with prolonged grief, the holidays can be a time to reflect and find meaning in loss

From Awkward to Awesome: Your Guide to Enjoying a Different Family's Christmas

By Jessica Robles, Loughborough University
Jessica Robles, Loughborough University

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Welcome to the holidays, a time for families coming together. It’s exciting to visit your partner’s family and experience new relationships and rituals

Winter's Hidden Influence: Understanding Seasonal Changes in Mind and Behavior

By Michael Varnum and Ian Hohm et al
Michael Varnum and Ian Hohm et al

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Winter brings more than just ugly sweaters – here’s how the season can affect your mind and behavior

Finding Hope in a Troubled World: Strategies for Positive Thinking

By Simon Appolloni, University of Toronto
Simon Appolloni, University of Toronto

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How to stay hopeful in a world seemingly beyond saving. After all, the realities of rising sea levels and more frequent and severe storms are scary prospects.

Thriving Through Both Our Strengths and Weaknesses

By Cheryl Pallant, PhD
Cheryl Pallant, PhD

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Many of us tend to pursue areas of strengths and ignore areas of weakness. There’s good reason to use strengths. They reinforce competence. But there’s also good reason to explore and utilize weaknesses.

Christmas Music in Ads: A Strategy to Boost Your Spending

By Tom Garner, Sheffield Hallam University
Tom Garner, Sheffield Hallam University

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How Christmas music in adverts and shops harnesses nostalgia to encourage you to spend more

The Power of Second Opinions: Avoiding Rip-offs

By Carlos Oyarzun,The University of Queensland et al
Carlos Oyarzun,The University of Queensland et al

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Businesses fear of losing their clients may lead to what researchers call “pandering” - offering consumers what they want to hear rather than what they need.

Beyond Overconfidence: How Intellectual Humility Shapes Science

By Michael Dickson, University of South Carolina
Michael Dickson, University of South Carolina

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Intellectual humility is a key ingredient for scientific progress

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