Beauty and Inclusion
We are designed to look for a certain type of beauty because it kept our ancestors alive. Our innate beauty receptors get triggered when we see women who are optimally fit and fertile.
The Phenomenon of Taylor Swift: Beauty and Brains Seize the Spotlight
From Martha Stewart gracing the covers of Sports Illustrated to the runaway success of the “Barbie” movie and now to Taylor Swift, it seems the blondes do have it. We have discussed the power of triggering our innate beauty receptors and the latest example is
Barbie Comes to Life: A Psychological Perspective
“Barbie” is the talk of the town, even gracing the cover of TIME Magazine. People everywhere are flocking to theaters ($780.7 million in revenue as of Aug. 1), dressing themselves (and even their pets) in hot pink attire and purchasing Barbie merchandise.
From Crisis to Recovery: The End of the COVID-19 Pandemic
March 13, 2020 is etched in our collective memory as a global community. This pivotal day saw President Donald Trump declare a national emergency as our world prepared to confront a pandemic of proportions unseen in over a century. The rapid transformation of our daily
Martha Stewart and Our Evolving Beauty Receptors
Martha Stewart is making a splash by confidently gracing the cover of the Sports Illustrated Swimsuit Edition at age 81. In doing so, she is also inciting fruitful conversation about the many factors that make a person beautiful.
Breaking the Stigma: Understanding and Managing Anxiety in Older Adults
Beverly Hills, known for its luxurious lifestyle and high-end fashion, is also home to a growing population of residents over the age of 60 many of whom may be experiencing disabling anxiety.
Oscar Night: Two Steps Forward and One Step Back
Will Smith slapping Chris Rock was shocking. I am glad that everyone is thinking and talking about it as there is much to learn about how we manage our hurt and anger.
From the Pandemic to Ukraine: It’s OK Not to Feel OK
Tragically, our sympathetic nervous systems, responsible for our "fight or flight" responses, are once again in overdrive.
Boost Your Brain with a Museum Visit
A new study conducted by Art Fund in the UK showed that 1-2 hours of leisure activity daily significantly reduced stress and added to one's sense of purpose and meaning in life.
New Year’s Resolutions
Albert Einstein said, "In the midst of every crisis lies great opportunity." Instead of focusing on what I want to change next year, I decided to reflect on what I accomplished last year as a way to lift my own mood and spark hope for