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Articles by David Fessell M.D
How to Tackle Climate Change with Emotional Intelligence
Emotiional intelligence skills help us manage our triggers so we can be calm and effective. Collaborating, and building the teams needed to make change, also requires skills in emotional intelligence. Combining data with stories is a highly effective way to communicate and connect with others. Source: David Fessell - UM Media. Daniel Goleman - Key Step Media. Part 2 of a two-part series.
How to Tackle Climate Change with Emotional Intelligence - David Fessell M.d
Aa Aa Aa - A + Part 2 of a two-part series. Daniel Goleman, a recognized expert on emotional intelligence (EI), published his fifth book on this topic in January 2024. It's titled "Optimal" and in this interview, you'll hear directly from Goleman about his new offering, how it can help us tackle big issues like climate change, and more. (The interview was edited for clarity and brevity.) David Fessell: Your book is about so much more than just individuals and work.
A Review of Daniel Goleman’s New Book “Optimal"
Source: Goleman photo credit: Key Step Media. Book photo credit: David Fessell On January 9, 2024, Daniel Goleman, the internationally recognized expert on emotional intelligence, released his latest book titled Optimal: How to Sustain Personal and Organizational Excellence Every Day. Goleman’s fifth book on the topic is his first with co-author Cary Cherniss. It comes 28 years after his seminal work, Emotional Intelligence, brought this phrase into widespread use.
A Review of Daniel Goleman’s New Book “Optimal"
Aa Aa Aa - A + On January 9, 2024, Daniel Goleman, the internationally recognized expert on emotional intelligence, released his latest book titled Optimal: How to Sustain Personal and Organizational Excellence Every Day. Goleman’s fifth book on the topic is his first with co-author Cary Cherniss. It comes 28 years after his seminal work, Emotional Intelligence, brought this phrase into widespread use.
Stress and How AI Will Impact Our Emotional Intelligence - David Fessell M.d
Part 1 of a two-part series. Daniel Goleman is a recognized expert on emotional intelligence. His fifth book on this topic, Optimal, was just published Jan. 9, 2024. In this interview, you'll hear directly from Goleman about his new offering and how it can help you live an even better life. The interview was edited for clarity and brevity. David Fessell: Tell us about your new book and what inspired you to write it.
“You Look Great!”—How a Compliment Can Easily Backfire - David Fessell M.d
Co-authored with Joel Klepac, a licensed marriage and family therapist. As a therapist, I (J.K.) hear echoes of the same story over and over. An intended compliment lands upon the recipient in a totally unintended way. I’m continually amazed at how innocent words such as, “You look great” can stimulate mistaken beliefs and generate suffering. Sadly, sometimes the giver of the compliment doesn’t even know it’s happening.
How to Cultivate Gratitude
Cultivate gratitude to nurture your happiness and boost your relationships. Keeping a gratitude journal for as little as two weeks can increase your well-being. Gratitude notes, visits, and rituals are additional ways to boost your happiness and relationships. Source: Kichigin/Shutterstock Co-authored with Joel Klepac, a licensed marriage and family therapist. Warm and caring relationships feel wonderful. Who doesn’t love being seen and appreciated?
6 Musical Backstories to Lift Your Mood
Key points Music can lift your mood and elevate your energy. Backstories to songs often contain surprising insights. Sharing backstories to your favorite songs can add more joy to your relationships. Source: Mary_Markevich/Adobe Stock Recently, I found myself longing for a song to lift my mood. From somewhere in my memory, Paul Simon’s “Call Me Al” bubbled up.
Self-Talk Secrets for More Happiness
Key points Slowing down to notice your self-talk and bring curiosity pays big dividends. Sometimes self-talk comes from inner parts that haven’t been updated on your current life. Exploring and updating your self-talk is “gold” for personal growth. Source: Piotr Marcinski/Adobe Stock Co-authored with Joel Klepac, a licensed marriage and family therapist. You’re making a quick breakfast on your way out the door, anticipating a busy day at work.
How to Feel the Wonder
How to Feel the Wonder Some experiences in life feel so special and magical that, for at least a moment, we feel transported to a place beyond the world of the common and ordinary. How to create wonder.
New Insights From the Science of Awe
Stargazing for Awe and Wonder Source: Christianto Soning / EyeEm/Getty Moments of awe can range from an expansive mountaintop view to the tiny movement of a toddler’s first step. For me, a recent beach escape created such a moment. As my feet melted into warm sand, the white surf flowed in a rhythmic dance. Moonlight illuminated my path. The vastness of the ocean extended into the night as each wave delivered beauty in abundance. It was a visceral experience.
Create a World of Wonder
Some experiences in life feel so special and magical that, for at least a moment, we feel transported to a place beyond the world of the common and ordinary. How to create wonder.
How Cartoons Boost Mood and Well-Being
Barsotti's Dogs Delight. Source: Licensed from CartoonStock Co-authored by Bob Mankoff Intuitively we know humor helps us cope. Trust your instinct on this one, and you’ll be following the science that supports it. Of course, many challenging issues require your attention, but hopefully not every second. That way lies madness—or at least sadness. Take a break from the news and de-stress with some empathetic humor. Psychologists call this type of humor affiliative.
How to Create More Humor, Lightness, and Brightness
Add Humor to Your World Source: Woman: Peathegge Inc./Getty. Notebook: Yothin Sanchai/EyeEm/Getty. All used with permission. “But I’m just not funny!” It’s a common sentiment; maybe you’ve even felt it yourself. It feels so good to help others laugh. Good humor and laugher bring joy. It helps us cope and tap inner resources like resiliency1.With the many challenges of the past year, there’s a deep longing for more laughter. Importantly, humor can also help creativity and learning2,3.
Sharing the Joy of Laughter
Sharing Laughter & Joy Source: Photo credits: single woman—Peathegee Inc./Getty; notebook—Yoshin Sanchai/EyeEm/Getty; two women—Westend61/Getty; woman & man—Tim Robberts/Getty. All used with permission. Layout by Maggie Chen. “But I’m just not funny!” It’s a common sentiment; maybe you’ve even felt it yourself. It feels so good to help others laugh. Good humor and laugher brings joy. It helps us cope and tap inner resources like resiliency.
Do You Need a Mood Boost?
Banish Your Downers By Mark Travers Ph.D. Effective happiness interventions. Does Gardening Boost Well-Being? By Tchiki Davis, Ph.D. Discover the impacts of nature and gardening on health and well-being. Simple Strategies for Self-Care By David Fessell M.D. Boost your energy, momentum, and connections. Why Are We So Sleepy? By Michael J Breus Ph.D. A few things to know about combatting lack of sleep.
Cultivating Your Creativity: COVID and Beyond
Cultivate Your Creativity Source: Blackjack3D/Getty, used with permission “But I’m just not creative.” It’s a common sentiment. Though you’d love to be the source of new ideas, you feel flummoxed when it comes to creative pursuits or new ideas. With the stress of COVID, the “fight or flight” system easily gets activated, narrowing your thinking even more. Creative pursuits, however, can boost your psychological and emotional health. That impacts your physical health as well.
Cultivating Your Creativity: COVID & Beyond
Cultivate Your Creativity Source: Blackjack3D/Getty, used with permission “But I’m just not creative.” It’s a common sentiment. Though you’d love to be the source of new ideas, you feel flummoxed when it comes to creative pursuits or new ideas. With the stress of COVID, the “fight or flight” system easily gets activated, narrowing your thinking even more. Creative pursuits, however, can boost your psychological and emotional health. That impacts your physical health as well.
Zooming into Connection: 3 Tips for More Satisfying Calls
3 Tips for Better Video Calls Source: Oliver Rossi, Getty; used with permission As a human being, you are wired for connection. It helps you feel safe, and it’s nothing less than a biological and psychological imperative. In these times of intensified stress, authentic connection is even more important. While video calls offer more than a simple phone call, they can feel less than satisfying. A few tips, based on neurobiology, can elevate your calls for even more satisfaction.
How to Navigate Coronavirus with Emotional Intelligence
Emotional Intelligence for COVID-19 Source: Damircudic/Getty, used with permission How about some good news? Something that can help bring ease and calm for you, as well as stronger and healthier relationships with others. Increasingly, studies suggest that emotional intelligence (EI) can aid our well-being by helping with both burnout and wellness. In this time of high stress, that is welcome news indeed.
Do You Need a Mood Boost?
Does Gardening Boost Well-Being? By Tchiki Davis, Ph.D. Discover the impacts of nature and gardening on health and well-being. Simple Strategies for Self-Care By David Fessell M.D. Boost your energy, momentum, and connections. Why Are We So Sleepy? By Michael J Breus Ph.D. A few things to know about combatting lack of sleep...
COVID-19 Stress: Five Simple Strategies for Better Self-Care
Self-care to energize you. Source: Getty images, used with permissioin. Graphic design by Maggie Chen. Coronavirus stress got you down? Self-care is key, and simple and straightforward is essential. Below are five simple strategies. Try one for a week or more. Then add another on top of it. Before you know it, you’ll have more momentum and energy--for yourself, and others, too. 1.
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