Ways to Feel More Comfortable in Social Situations
When it comes to social situations, we all sometimes find ourselves in awkward situations. Learn some ways to feel more comfortable.
Social Development
How Does Stress Affect Your Nonverbal Communication?
Nonverbal communication such as body language makes up the majority of how we communicate to others. Learn how stress plays a part in our nonverbal communication.
Ways to Help Avoid Misunderstandings in Social Situations
Social situations can be embarring and a confusing experience. Learn of some ways to avoid misunderstandings in social situations.
Why Your Tone of Voice Is So Important
Researchers have found that communication comes first of all from body language, followed by tone of voice. What you say means less than how you say it.
What is Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD)?
Social Anxiety Disorder (SAD), also known as social phobia, is a type of anxiety disorder in which ordinary everyday social situations fear
What Is Your Face Saying to Others? Learn Social Skills
What you say is important, but did you know that what you don’t say can be just as important? What is your face saying? Your facial expressions are a window to your every emotional state.
How to Cultivate Emotional Intelligence
Emotional intelligence is a group of skills that allows us to recognize, understand, and influence the emotions of ourselves and others. This is critical for achieving our goals and effectively building and maintaining our relationships with others.
Can an Introvert Be Social and How?
When most people hear the term “introvert,” they probably picture someone quiet who likes to spend their time alone outside of the social situation. But, the truth is that being an introvert does not mean that you don’t like spending time with others. In fact, introverts can have some of the most meaningful relationships with …
How Grief is Affecting Us Socially
Losing a loved one is never easy, and the sorrow of it is so strong that it has a special name: grief. Grief can be felt so deeply that it affects all parts of your life, from your daily routines to your sense of society. This latter effect can be particularly harmful if it negatively …
How Our Brains Are Affected by a Smile
For all our focus on mental and physical well-being, we often overlook one of the most important things we can do to improve our lives: smile more. A smile, both from you and from others, is more than a superficial gesture. Research has shown that a smile can raise the mood of the one wearing …