Is anger wrong? If I am angry does that mean I lack empathy?
Anger is not wrong, it’s a valid and healthy emotion. Feeling anger is a normal part of being human. The positive power of anger is often seen when we are [...]
What is self-esteem? What is self-esteem vs ego esteem? Can we have too much self-esteem? Does too much self-esteem make us too self-focused and involved?
Self-esteem is the relationship we have with ourselves. It is an inner-state of acceptance and okness about who we are—no matter what may arise. Self-esteem is closely tied to what [...]
10 ways to live with more compassion without changing your normal routine
Make eye contact more often—Making eye contact lets others know we are paying attention to them, it tells them we care, and we are interested in what they have to [...]
What is the difference between pity, empathy, and compassion?
Empathy is feeling with someone. It is seeing another person’s pain and feeling from inside what that pain might be like. Compassion is empathy in action; she feels empathy for [...]
What is the difference between praise and encouragement? Why praise can be detrimental to our children and employees who work with us.
Praise is based on another’s performance and our approval of their performance. When we praise a child or an employee, we are expressing our approval of their performance which after [...]