Psychology Archives

Is There a Link Between Good Health and Happiness?

What role does mental attitude play in physical health? Is it true that happy people tend to be physically healthier? Looking after your body (eating well, getting enough sleep, and exercising regularly) is just one side of the coin when it comes to good health. The other side of the coin is how happy you feel internally—your mental attitude influences the way that your body heals. In this article, we’ll explore the link between good health and happiness, and how your mental attitude influences your physical health.

Angela Duckworth: What Is the Meaning of “Grit?”

What is the meaning of “grit”? Is the idea of grit something new and revolutionary, or is it an old concept with a new name? In her New York Times bestselling book Grit, Angela Duckworth defines grit as a personality trait that combines perseverance and passion. She asserts that having grit is more important than any natural intelligence or talent. However, not everyone agrees with Duckworth’s conclusions. Continue reading to learn more about the meaning of grit from opposing viewpoints.

How to Fix Poor Impulse Control: Pause and Think

Do you often act on impulse? What can you do to keep your impulsive reactions at bay? Emotions get the better of all of us from time to time, especially when we are under stress or pressure. One way you can train yourself to take control of how you react to situations is by delaying your response to stimuli. In this article, you will learn how to deal with poor impulse control by delaying your responses.

Erin Meyer: Culture and Trust-Building

How do different cultures build trust? What are the implications of a culture’s trust-building style for business relationships? Different cultures build trust in different ways. Without a clear understanding of how a particular culture builds trust, you are prone to misunderstanding the nature of your relationship with your business partners. In other words, you might think that you have a more or less significant relationship than you actually do. In this article, we’ll look at the two ways in which different cultures build trust, according to cultural communication expert Erin Meyer.

Selling Technology: What Drives Tech Purchases?

Why do people buy technology products? What are the different types of tech buyers? If you are in the business of selling technology, you’d know there is a huge adoption gap between tech users. Some are in the line for the latest model the first day it drops while others only give in when the old tech is either broken beyond repair or obsolete. In this article, we’ll take a look at the four critical factors that drive the purchasing decisions of tech customers.

Cultural Decision-Making: Consensus vs. Individual

How do different cultures approach decision-making? Why is it important to understand a culture’s preferred decision-making style? Different cultures make decisions in very different ways. The different styles of decision-making can be a major source of conflict because each culture expects their own decision-making style to be followed, so they don’t know how to react when decisions are made in a different way. In this article, we’ll look at the two broad categories of cultural decision-making, according to cultural communication expert Erin Meyer. We’ll also present some strategies to use when decision-making across cultures.

Subconscious Self-Sabotaging: Why You Keep Failing

What exactly is the subconscious mind? How is the subconscious mind implicated in self-sabotaging behavior? Your subconscious mind is a reservoir of thoughts, feelings, and memories that are beneath your conscious awareness. It records and stores your every experience. In fact, your subconscious mind is always directing you towards a goal, even if you’re not aware of it. If you are consistently failing to achieve the goals you set for yourself, your subconscious is at fault. In this article, we’ll explain why subconscious self-sabotaging occurs—the answer lies with your self-image.

Cultural Leadership Styles: Egalitarian & Hierarchical

How do leadership styles differ across cultures? Why is it important to understand a culture’s approach to leadership when working internationally? According to cultural communication expert Erin Meyer, leadership styles differ drastically across cultures. If you’re a manager, Meyer argues that it’s your responsibility to adapt your leadership style to what your subordinates are used to. But even if you’re not, knowing how leadership works in different cultures can help ensure you give a good impression and don’t offend anyone. In this article, we’ll look at how Meyer divides cultural leadership styles into two extremes (egalitarian and hierarchical) and present

How to Cope With Chronic Worrying

Is your mind constantly overwhelmed by worrisome and racing thoughts? How can chronic worrying affect your mental and physical health? Chronic worrying is a toxic mental habit that wears out your mind and can even sabotage physical health. Chronic worry is also dangerous because when you worry about something for a long time, you can actually draw it into your life. Here are some tips on how to deal with chronic worrying.

Strategy Versus Tactics in Decision-Making

What is the difference between strategy versus tactics in the context of decision-making? Which approach is more effective? David Epstein, the author of Range, insists that strategy is more important than tactics. In the past, tactical decision-making was the norm, but in the modern-day, abstract and strategic thinking are replacing the tactical approach. Here’s why strategy matters more than tactics.