When Disaster Strikes: Inside Disaster Psychology

Relationships

Enduring Friendships: Why Are They So Hard for Males?

George S. Everly, Jr. PhD, ABPP, FACLP on March 27, 2023

Friendships are more superficial than ever before, but these five conditions will help them deepen and endure.

Self-Esteem

Your New Superpower: Harnessing Empowering Assumptions

George S. Everly, Jr. PhD, ABPP, FACLP on March 9, 2023

You can learn to be more optimistic, to have greater self-esteem, and to be happier. It may be as simple as learning how to harness empowering assumptions.

Relationships

Do You Possess This Trait That Predicts Relationship Success?

George S. Everly, Jr. PhD, ABPP, FACLP on January 19, 2023

Reliability is the glue that helps create and sustain personal and professional relationships. Here are tips on enhancing your reliability.

Guilt

Eliminating Guilt, Shame, Regret, and Worry

George S. Everly, Jr. PhD, ABPP, FACLP on January 13, 2023

We all make mistakes, but the resulting guilt and regret can rob us of happiness. A simple formula could help you move on from mistakes and regret.

Fear

How to Live Life to the Fullest

George S. Everly, Jr. PhD, ABPP, FACLP on January 4, 2023

Use the angst of uncertainty to fuel an adventure into the unknown.

Relationships

How to Avoid Disappointment

George S. Everly, Jr. PhD, ABPP, FACLP on December 1, 2022

A Personal Perspective: Holidays and other reunions can be stressful and even disappointing. Here are seven ways to avoid nostalgic disappointment and put the joy back into joyous occasions.

Relationships

How to Assess Trustworthiness in Your Relationships

George S. Everly, Jr. PhD, ABPP, FACLP on November 17, 2022

While the joy of connection enhances almost all aspects of life, the pain of betrayal can be overwhelming. Asking one simple question may protect you.

Stress

You Are Psychologically Stronger Than You Think

George S. Everly, Jr. PhD, ABPP, FACLP on November 10, 2022

Residing within is the strength to not only overcome challenges but also to grow stronger. The happiest and most successful people point to stress and adversity as the catalyst.

Coaching

The Science of Becoming the Person You Want to Be

George S. Everly, Jr. PhD, ABPP, FACLP on October 20, 2022

Changing your life for the better only begins with knowledge. Coaching can turn knowledge into lasting action.

Relationships

5 Ways to Immunize a Relationship

George S. Everly, Jr. PhD, ABPP, FACLP on September 28, 2022

What is it that enduring relationships have that others don't? Research points to these 5 attributes.

Resilience

How to Become “Lucky” in Your Career and Life

George S. Everly, Jr. PhD, ABPP, FACLP on September 7, 2022

Learn how to be "lucky" and harness the power of serendipity.

Relationships

The Secrets of Self-Improvement and a New You

George S. Everly, Jr. PhD, ABPP, FACLP on June 17, 2022

There are literally thousands of self-improvement books. Here's what you need to know.

Self-Talk

Preparing for the Next Bad Thing

George S. Everly, Jr. PhD, ABPP, FACLP on June 10, 2022

Adversity is inevitable. Constructing a protective worldview can help you prepare for the next "bad thing."

Resilience

Strengthening Communities by Walking the Walk

George S. Everly, Jr. PhD, ABPP, FACLP on May 8, 2022

Waiting for your community to become a better, friendlier, safer, place? Demonstrate the changes you want to see happen.

Resilience

Crisis Leadership Predicts Overall Leadership Effectiveness

George S. Everly, Jr. PhD, ABPP, FACLP on April 23, 2022

Economic instability, social unrest, and political vitriol seem ubiquitous. Visionary and decisive crisis leadership may be the answer. Here's what leaders need to do.