How to Know If Your Confirmation Bias Blinds You

We all think we’re smart. We all think that our perspective is more complete and more insightful than those who…

You Want Praise, Not Feedback

One of the more fascinating human actions is asking for feedback. People ask frequently, “What do you think of….” But…

What You Can Do: Write Now About the COVID-19 Quarantine

Through the years, research has demonstrated that writing about events can significantly shape the way we experience them. In one…

Master Craftsmen

There once was a sword-maker who wanted to be known as the greatest craftsman of his time. To that end,…

Why You Hate Others and They Hate You

Democrats hate Republicans. Republicans hate Democrats. The political hate the apolitical and vice versa. The religious hate atheists. Atheists hate…

Ask Dr. Conte: What Are the Next Steps to Letting Go of My Anger?

Dr Conte: Today was the first day I googled the phrase “anger management.” After reading several articles on the topic,…

Ask Dr. Conte: How Can I Find Balance Between Assertiveness and Weakness?

Dear Dr. Conte, I have a somewhat strange question. I’m not a native English speaker, so please forgive my bad English. I…