Why Talking to Strangers and Meeting New People Is Scary, and How to Do It Anyway
Starting a conversation with a stranger “in the wild” can be overwhelming. Expert Alaina Provenzano, LCSW, recommends a mindset and a few baby steps to try.…
Mindfulness and Relationships: Expert Q&A with Ellen Langer
Harvard mindfulness expert Ellen Langer talks about why mindfulness is a powerful way to improve your relationships, and how to harness it.…
Making Friends as an Adult and Why It’s So Important: An Expert Interview
Making friends as an adult can be hard, but all it takes is a little effort (and bravery) shares Dr. Marisa G. Franco in this interview. …
Feeling Disconnected: AI, Social Isolation, Block Parties, and Health
We spoke with Yale expert Yusuf Ransome about social isolation and its effects on health — for individuals, neighborhoods, and society.…
Gossip Definition: What Is It and How to Manage
Gossiping might seem fun in the moment, but it can hurt feelings and make it harder to build trust. Here’s how to avoid harmful gossip. …
7 Peaceful Tips for Dealing with Neighborhood Bullying
Whatever you do, don’t give them the satisfaction of fighting back. Here are a few methods for how to take the high road, recommended by experts.…
How to Get a Bully to Leave You Alone: 5 Tips
Yes, bullying can happen even in adulthood. Dealing with a bully can be challenging, but it’s possible. Creating boundaries and protecting your emotions are an important part of stopping bullying.…
How to Stop Overexplaining Yourself: 5 Things to Do Instead
It can be a trauma response you developed, likely in childhood, in a situation where you were used to avoiding conflict.…
How to Attract Friends: 6 Tips for Making New Friendships
Friends won’t magically come to you out of nowhere. You need to put yourself out there. Here’s how to do it. …
My Friend is in a Toxic Relationship But Won’t Leave: 4 Tips
Consider sharing your feelings about the situation in a calm, compassionate manner. But know that they have the final say in what happens next. …