In any relationship we are bound to have differences with our partner. This is all the more true when we’re in a close, committed relationship which means a great deal to us – so much is at stake. Given no two people are exactly alike, our goal should be to develop skills in the area […]

Whether you consider yourself a social butterfly, more inclined to one-on-one interactions, or prefer solitude, there’s no denying that the quality of your personal relationships affect your levels of happiness, well-being, and physical health. We are wired for connection. As the saying goes, “No man is an island”. Consider research done on over 200 undergraduate […]

What if there were a fun, low-pressure way to reduce your anxiety, build resilience, improve your connection with other people, and strengthen your ability to adapt to life on life’s terms? Welcome to the world of improvisation (AKA improv). Improv, or the art of making something up on the spot, without a script, score, or any […]

If you suffer from social anxiety, is chatting with people on-line or posting a status update on Facebook preferable to face-to-face interaction? Two recent research studies indicate that it’s a mixed bag. Social anxiety is characterized by fears of being judged by others in an unfavorable light. Such concerns can become debilitating and lead someone […]

The manner in which we communicate with others has a major impact on the quality of our relationships. Yet we were rarely given a class in effective communication during our formal education, leaving us to wing it and learn by trial and error. Approaching someone to make a request can be scary. There’s no guarantee […]