I believe vulnerability is pivotal in strengthening our relationships and healing ourselves. However, it can be hard to understand why something that looks like a weakness could actually be a strength.

When we look at the statistics, over one-third of people are suffering from anxiety and depression. I believe it is time for us to create honest and safe environments in our conversations, to enable people to get the help they need.

If someone in our life is struggling, most of us want to be able to help. But sometimes, our responses can be problematic. Let's look at how we can be better friends when someone struggles.

I received an email from one of my students struggling with the end of a relationship. Ending any relationship, whether it is an intimate relationship, friendship, or relationship at work, is difficult. So let’s look at her issue and how we can end relationships as healthily as possible. 

Why is social connection on the decline? I’ll answer that today and also look at some statistics about how many close friends you might need.

A placebo is used as a control in clinical trials to determine the effectiveness of a new drug or treatment. However, placebos, known as the placebo effect, can have a powerful impact on the human body and mind. We can apply the placebo effect to our everyday lives. 

Most of us have an idea about the butterfly effect. How can we apply it to our everyday lives?

As we learn meditation, we become more compassionate and thoughtful of all beings. This can improve not only our lives but everyone’s lives.