The Clarity

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

Transforming Negative Beliefs With Mental Health Apps

Tara Well Ph.D. on November 1, 2023

Should you try a mental health app? Here are some unexpected benefits.

Cognition

How to Improve Your Critical Thinking Skills

Tara Well Ph.D. on September 29, 2023

Want to improve your critical thinking skills? Apply these approaches.

Media

Barbie: A Complex and Evolving Icon

Tara Well Ph.D. on July 26, 2023

A Personal Perspective: The role of motherhood is an important topic in the new film Barbie.

Loneliness

How to Get the Most Out of Alone Time

Tara Well Ph.D. on July 21, 2023

These keys can help you to embrace solitude and alleviate loneliness.

Growth Mindset

The Decline of Critical Thinking Skills

Tara Well Ph.D. on June 30, 2023

Thinking deeply is not easy in a world of distractions. Here are seven tips to get back on track.

Loneliness

How a Sense of Purpose Defends Against Loneliness

Tara Well Ph.D. on June 28, 2023

Discovering meaning leads to finding social connections.

Artificial Intelligence

How Is AI Changing Our Ideas About Beauty?

Tara Well Ph.D. on June 19, 2023

Here are some tips for keeping it real.

Anxiety

The Secret to Solving Problems When You’re Anxious

Tara Well Ph.D. on March 29, 2023

Do you feel anxious when problems arise? Here's a better way to manage your reaction and find the solution.

Meditation

Which Kind of Meditation Is Right for You?

Tara Well Ph.D. on March 27, 2023

How can you achieve the maximum benefits of your meditation practice? Consider using a mirror.

Media

The Hidden Danger of Online Beauty Filters

Tara Well Ph.D. on March 25, 2023

Creating the perfect online image often comes at a cost, yet it's possible to use digital filters and photo editing tools more mindfully. Here's how.

Motivation

Is Keeping a Journal Hard for You? Try a Video Journal

Tara Well Ph.D. on December 30, 2022

Instead of writing accomplishments and resolutions in a journal or a list, consider making a video journal to reflect on starting a new chapter.

Diet

The Healthiest Way to Accept Your Body

Tara Well Ph.D. on December 19, 2022

Want a healthier relationship with your body? Try these shifts in self-awareness.

Anxiety

3 Important Reasons Why There Are Mirrors in Elevators

Tara Well Ph.D. on December 5, 2022

Mirrors in elevators serve several important psychological functions.

Friends

Why You Think Your Photos Don't Look Like You

Tara Well Ph.D. on September 30, 2022

Do you find your photos taken by others unflattering? There is a reason why.

Authenticity

Breaking Free From Emotional Labor to Find Authenticity

Tara Well Ph.D. on September 28, 2022

Are you feeling burned out from always smiling at work? Here's how to find freedom and authenticity.

My interview on The Daily Show segment, "How to Become a Small Talk Expert" with Michael Kosta

Anxiety

Becoming a Small Talk Expert

Tara Well Ph.D. on September 27, 2022

Are your social skills a little rusty? These small talk tips can help.

Attachment

How to Stop Avoiding Yourself

Tara Well Ph.D. on June 30, 2022

Are you in the habit of avoiding yourself? Here's how to come back to feeling yourself.

Attachment

What Is Avoidant Self-Attachment?

Tara Well Ph.D. on June 24, 2022

Do you avoid yourself? It may be impacting your relationships.

Attachment

What Is Anxious Self-Attachment?

Tara Well Ph.D. on June 20, 2022

How does your attachment style impact your relationship with yourself?

Anxiety

Dealing With Post-Pandemic Social Anxiety

Tara Well Ph.D. on March 28, 2022

If you’re feeling uneasy about in-person social events, here are some tips to help you find a new freedom.