Stressing is the New Smoking

In 1964, 42% of the American population smoked. Many people, however, smoked not for the physical effects, but for the way cigarettes helped them feel more comfortable in social situations. “Everyone was doing it,” and being a smoker said a lot about who you were and where you fit in.  Today, just 15% of this… Continue reading Stressing is the New Smoking

Take This Quick Test To See How Much You’re Really In Control

Why do you dread getting out of bed in the morning? For many people, it’s because you think that once you start your day, you will lose control of your life. You’ll have to have to engage with people who will inevitably stress you out. Like your boss micromanaging you. Or your partner starting the… Continue reading Take This Quick Test To See How Much You’re Really In Control

Why I Love Fake Smiles (Yes, Really)

Last week was a hot one. On Friday, I was out all day running errands, feeling pretty zapped by 4:30pm when I was driving home to finish my final and most tedious task: organizing my finances. I was consumed by an inner, muddled dialogue about how exhausted I was feeling, how much work I had ahead of me,… Continue reading Why I Love Fake Smiles (Yes, Really)