The Perfect Wife: Donna Reed, Lisa, and a Side of WTF So, let’s talk about this thing I’ve been mulling over lately—the whole “wife” gig.…
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Plato is one of the earliest philosophers to reference the brain. In Timaeus, he suggests that the brain is the “seat of reasoning” and the…
Aristotle’s Concept of Practical Wisdom (Phronesis) Aristotle’s concept of practical wisdom, or phronesis, is the ability to make morally sound decisions in everyday life. Phronesis…
Dragonflies have captured my attention lately. They have become a symbolic reminder to me of joy in nature, comfort and connection. Yep. Those weird little…
Psychological safety refers to the belief that one can express themselves without fear of negative consequences to self-image, status, or career. It is a key…
9.8.24 Today was a bit of a battle to pull myself together. The past few days felt like one long depression hibernation. It’s like my…
Morality, the system of principles distinguishing right from wrong, is viewed through multiple philosophical lenses. Some argue that morality is objective, meaning that moral truths…
Modern positive psychology identifies and cultivates character strengths as a pathway to well-being. These strengths, such as courage, wisdom, and kindness, closely align with Aristotelian…
Strengths-based coaching is a powerful approach in positive psychology that focuses on identifying and leveraging individual strengths to enhance performance and satisfaction. Common Techniques: Discovering…
Sylvia Plath had a profound way of capturing the depths of exhaustion, both mental and physical. One famous line from The Bell Jar reads: “I…