6 Tips to Handle Criticism
It’s happened to the best of us: After your boss disapproved of your work, you found yourself fighting back tears (or getting angry). It’s a common reaction. But dealing with…
A Pediatrician’s Guide to De-Stress Your Next Doctor’s Visit
Going to the doctor’s office can be a stressful occasion for the whole family. As a pediatrician, I want to make sure that the kids I take care of are…
Your Holiday Emotional Survival Guide
Between touching family moments and thoughtful gifts, chances are you’re going to reach for the tissue box at least once this holiday season. To help you manage those feelings of…
The Scent of Happiness
It seems to happen when you least expect it: You pass a woman on the street who's wearing the same perfume your grandmother used, and you're taken back to being…
5 Time-saving Holiday Shortcuts
‘Tis the season for out-of-town guests, dinner parties ... and stressed-out women. But the holidays don't have to be the craziest time of the year. To help you breeze through…
Holiday Mental Wellness: Simple Steps to Recharge
Every holiday season, you shop for presents, prepare the house, host a celebration -- and get worn out in the process. Join the club: According to a survey from the…
Fun Family Bonding Ideas
The holidays are all about spending quality time together as a family, but that message can get lost in the hustle and bustle of the season. This year, don’t let…
The Trick to Make Your Resolutions Stick
It's that time of year again. We ring in the new year with a list of resolutions to improve our lives, but after a few weeks, good intentions fall by…
The 8 Secrets of Constructive Arguments
When it comes to confrontations, many of us are programmed to think of them as a win-or-lose situation. As a result, we often avoid conflict to help keep the peace.…
Managing Emotions in the Workplace: Your Survival Guide
There’s nothing more embarrassing than bursting into tears at work in front of your peers, or -- even worse -- your boss. Managing emotions in the workplace can be challenging…