Tag: It’s Personal
Benefits of mindfulness meditation go far beyond relaxation
Imagine being asked to sit alone in a quiet room for 15 minutes with nothing to do – no phone, no music, no external...
To Savor: Spring into one of these five rosés
Spring is here, and the warm weather is arriving. This is also the time that I love to share rosé wines, the pink-hued wines...
Developing practical wisdom takes time and effor
A few semesters into my teaching career as a psychology professor, I uncovered a cheating ring. I determined who the ringleader was and called...
To Savor: Wines that will rise to the occasion at Easter...
The Easter holiday is a popular one for pairing wines with food. Different cultures incorporate an abundance of dishes that often include honey-glazed ham,...
Dress for Success: Make sure your clothes fit while getting fit
The new year tends to arrive with a quiet promise. Eat better. Train more consistently. Lose weight. The plan is solid. But a few...
Why allies stay silent
What really holds people back from stepping up as allies in support of their marginalized colleagues? For example, why don’t more men say something...
To Savor: Making a sweet match with chocolate, wine
In the U.S., we spend billions of dollars on chocolate each year. At a very young age, my mind swirled with images of chocolate...
Boredom can teach us valuable lessons
Boredom is a common part of life, and it serves a useful purpose: motivateing people to pursue new goals and challenges.
I am writing a...
Dress for Success: A tuxedo can spark a transformation
Few items in a man’s wardrobe carry the quiet power of a classic dinner suit.
It’s more than fabric and stitching – it’s transformational. Slip...
It’s beneficial to talk with your hands
When people use hand gestures that visually represent what they’re saying, listeners see them as clearer, competent and persuasive. That’s the key finding from...


















