Category: Health and Wellness

What books are on your summer reading list? If you’re reading mostly nonfiction, consider the benefits of adding a novel to the mix. “There’s a fair amount of evidence now that the more fiction that people read, the more empathetic that they become,” says Stanford psychologist Jamil Zaki. “Because fiction is one of the most powerful … Continue reading You 2.0: The Empathy Gym

The worry, racing thoughts and dread that are all part of chronic anxiety don’t just muddle the life of someone who’s anxious; they can scramble a loved one’s life, too. To nurture an anxious partner through sleepless nights — and save your relationship — psychologists advise starting with empathy, not logic. To read the entire … Continue reading How to help your anxious partner and yourself

Living with anxiety can be tough — your thoughts might race, you might dread tasks others find simple (like driving to work) and your worries might feel inescapable. But loving someone with anxiety can be hard too. You might feel powerless to help or overwhelmed by how your partner’s feelings affect your daily life. To … Continue reading How To Help Your Anxious Partner — And Yourself

The doors open wide, you enter, and they close behind you. As the elevator begins its ascent, you realize it’s just you and one other person taking this ride. The silence soon grows uncomfortable. To read the entire NPR article, click here