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People with Pseudologia Fantastica lie about everything constantly, eloquently, excessively, and chronically. They even lie about what they ate for breakfast.
Lying may be an integral part of our daily lives but there is a big difference between “normal” lying and pathological lying.
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Why would we want to deprive a child of the occasional uncomfortable experience at another family’s house-even one that might conflict w/our values?Isn’t an understanding of human differences a bulwark against frailty & narcissism?
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As I read these studies, I couldn’t help but think about how we are telling the story of COVID-19. Are we promoting narratives that emphasize trauma or growth? Recognizing what we have learned alongside how much we have lost is worthwhile.
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Parents are spending twice as much time w/ their kids as previous generations: Survey.
Aside from kid-impact, it impacts adults, too, crowding out other friendships, which we need!
DIVERSIFY YOUR SOCIAL PORTFOLIO says :
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Spending time with close friends and family is great but research from suggests we should also make time for strangers, colleagues, and acquaintances.
The more diverse our social portfolio, the happier we are and the higher our wellbeing.
Beware VITALITY VAMPIRES, anti-social actions and behaviours that suck joy from you! Staring at SCREENS is no substitute for living a life. To be wise, look UP and move TOWARD others. Watch here: bit.ly/3I33JcT
#wisdom @dilipjeste #selfhelp #selfhelptips #success
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The next time you find yourself #catastrophizing — or fixating on the worst possible outcome for any situation you’re in — try this instead.
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Robodoc’s orders? ChatGPT just passed all 3 parts of the US Medical Licensing Exam. I studied for weeks.
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The mental health benefits of mixing up your social portfolio
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There is a great deal of focus on self-help. What if other-help is the key? According to the study, helping others reduces focus on your own symptoms.
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The way we think, talk, and write about our lives has important implications for our mental health.
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Thank you to my family and friends who took time out of their busy schedules to celebrate my birthday and pack meals so that can continue to deliver food and connection to homebound elderly New Yorkers.
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“Be wherever your feet are.” Just overhead someone say this. Great advice.
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For better health, tending to your friendships is as important as getting to bed early or eating well
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Engaging in physical activity 3x per week was linked with the greatest reduction in depressive symptom. The effect was greater when the physical activity was unsupervised than when it was supervised. Autonomy & agency matter too
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I need wisdom NOW! So I asked 2 psychiatrists for help and they gave me 10 Easy Ways, eg, 'If you're not adding value to others, you're not wise yet. A characteristic of #wisdom is to help others.' Hear more: bit.ly/3I33JcT.
@dilipjeste #hr
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While it may not be possible to turn January into the “Saturday of months,” here are some more tips to make it a little brighter.
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3. Write a “done list” of things you have already accomplished
We are so good at beating ourselves up about things left undone. A “done list” will remind you of all that you actually do.
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2. You are not a bear
Go outside. More time spent in outdoor light was associated with better mood outcomes, better quality sleep, and ease of wakening, according to a study of over 400,000 people.
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1. Just say hi
Reach out to someone you haven’t spoken to in a while. Research shows that we way underestimate how much the simplest text or call means to our friends, family members and colleagues.
They will feel better. So will you.
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Does January feel like the Monday of months? More than any other time of the year, people dread it.
Here are 3 ways to make January just a little bit better: a thread…
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From the age of two, an American child is reportedly more likely to consume a sugar-sweetened product than a fruit or vegetable on any given day.
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“During her three-hour signing, just two people showed up.” Way too relatable.
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Being a critical thinker is about more than challenging other people's assumptions. It also requires you to rethink your own views.
The top 22 ideas about life, work, and well-being that you enjoyed rethinking with me in 2022...
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Rather than telling yourself you'll stop doing something, tell yourself you're going to start doing something instead. We’re more likely to stick to approach-oriented goals than avoidance-oriented ones.
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There are a variety of pathways by which social media may be increasing levels of mental illness in teens since 2012. lays out one involving personality, identity, and contagion, esp. on TikTok
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1/n. New communication piece by myself & colleagues discussing the increasingly plausible role of social media as an incubator of personality & behavioral mental illness symptomatology. sciencedirect.com/science/articlShow this thread
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The teacher we all need in our lives ♥️♥️
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Our 8th grade Stingrays having a well deserved exam dance break. Of course our teachers are ending 2022 with a win. Love my Stingrays 
Happy Holidays @HCPS_SumnerHS
Happy Holidays @HCPS_SumnerHS
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Is sugar the new nicotine?
Even controlling for other factors, kids w. a sugar-heavy diet were:
- More likely to develop diabetes, high cholesterol & arthritis as adults.
- Less likely to attend university, land skilled jobs & build wealth.
nber.org/papers/w30799
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A handwritten message may seem like a chore or a relic of a bygone era, but experts argue that they are worth the extra effort.
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HOW TO CALM YOUR MIND by is on sale today! Pick up your copy of the book that author calls "enlightening... Reading it will help you find balance between getting things done and doing things that matter.” 👉 bit.ly/3WgwU0f
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Here is how long you can stay without overstaying your welcome.
Are you living the life you want? To answer that, try writing down your stories. They can be a gift to both yourself and your loved ones. wsj.com/articles/the-w via
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