The Power of Apologies

We tell ourselves that meaning comes from impact, passion, or finding the “one right path.” But these beliefs can leave us feeling stuck — even when our lives look perfectly fine on paper. Behavioral scientist Dave Evans describes a new approach, borrowed from design thinking, to ...  Show more

What’s the difference between being loved and feeling loved? Psychologist Sonja Lyubomirsky joins us to discuss the distinction, and how we can create a stronger feeling of closeness in our relationships. Then, in our latest installment of Your Questions Answered, psychologist Gr ...  Show more

Apologies are key to successful relationships. But are you doing them right?

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Apologies have the potential to heal relationships, soothe hurt feelings and even begin to address historical wrongs. But they’re not always easy to offer. Karina Schumann, PhD, of the University of Pittsburgh, discusses why apologies matter, what makes for a good, effective apol ...  Show more

A sister dealing with mental health issues is invalidated and falsely accused but ends up being the one issuing an apology. Nedra helps us understand how we get in these unfair situations and gives tips to make sure we are not wavering on our true feelings. Submit a message of yo ...  Show more