Negative emotions, while unpleasant, can also have productive functions. Fear motivates us to engage in either fight or flight in response to a threat or predator. Negative emotions like jealousy, for ...

As someone who considers herself a highly sensitive person, I understand the struggle that comes with the strong emotions I experience on a daily basis. Although I am aware that I am separate from my ...

There are times when my emotions really get in my way. When I perform on stage, fear of failure makes my heart race and throat clench. Or when a friend says something hurtful to me, I can’t stop ...

Let's talk about something that might feel counterintuitive: the importance of making space for our difficult emotions. I often hear clients tell me they're trying their best to "stay positive" or ...

My daughter, who is four, is currently in her “Daniel Tiger phase” (parents of toddlers will definitely relate). The excellently made series, which follows a friendly and sensitive little tiger called ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I write about relationships, personality, and everyday psychology. This phenomenon known as emotional mirroring, where partners ...

Emotions derail focus: Brain scans reveal that negative emotions disrupt cognitive control in people with borderline personality traits, making it harder to ignore distractions. Not just diagnoses: ...

Ali is blessed with the opportunity to use his love of gaming and anime, along with his writing skills, to create intriguing and educational content for a wide range of topics as a passionate and ...