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Brittney-Nichole Connor-Savarda
Aug 12 min read
What Leads Us to Feel Embarrassed and How to Overcome It
The unbearable weight of embarrassment we've all been there - that sinking feeling of wanting to disappear, face flushed red, stomach...
Brittney-Nichole Connor-Savarda
Jul 13 min read
The Value of Emptiness: A Counter-Intuitive and Counter-Culture Way of Living
In the constant noise and busyness of modern life, where the unending chase for more is not only promoted but celebrated, the idea of...
Doni Landefeld, Ph.D.
Jul 13 min read
Three Simple Steps to Amplify Your Emotional Intelligence
Amplifying emotional intelligence entails intentionally cultivating and refining one's ability to perceive, understand, and manage...
Brittney-Nichole Connor-Savarda
Jul 13 min read
How Policies and Rules Can Become Barriers to Innovation & Efficiency
In the intricate dance of progress, policies and rules choreograph the rhythm of societal, political, and personal movements. These...
Brittney-Nichole Connor-Savarda
Jul 12 min read
Movies and Shows that Help Your Child Develop Emotional Intelligence
Television and streaming services are inundated with content, but amid the myriad choices, certain programs stand out for their potential...
Brittney-Nichole Connor-Savarda
Jul 13 min read
The Limits of Traditional Therapy in Addressing the Complexities of Mental Health
While therapy and psychiatry have become increasingly mainstream in American society, rates of mental illness, anxiety, depression and...
Brittney-Nichole Connor-Savarda
Jun 15 min read
Calming the Digital Torrent: Strategies for Phone-pinging Anxiety
Throughout the day, our phones can sometimes feel like a slot machine, where every notification may bring good news or a social...
Brittney-Nichole Connor-Savarda
Jun 12 min read
Navigating Intrusive Questions: How to Handle Uncomfortable Interactions with Grace
We've all been there—in a social setting or even just chatting with a friend—when someone asks a question we believe inappropriate....
Brittney-Nichole Connor-Savarda
Jun 12 min read
The Benefits of Emotional Granularity
Getting better at naming our emotions accurately—a concept called emotional granularity—can help us untangle the complex web of feelings...
Brittney-Nichole Connor-Savarda
Jun 14 min read
The Value of Detoxing Oneself from an Atmosphere of Judgment
In the landscape of personal growth, the recognition and transformation of our judgmental tendencies stand as crucial milestones....
Brittney-Nichole Connor-Savarda
Jun 12 min read
Embracing Hard Times: The Key to Personal Growth and Resilience
In a world that often seeks comfort and stability, and sees struggle as solely a negative thing, it can be easy to shy away from...
Brittney-Nichole Connor-Savarda
May 13 min read
Finding Joy in Unexpected Places
In a society that often values material possessions and external accomplishments, it can be easy to overlook the simple pleasures and...
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