New research says joy, not shame, is what makes better habits stick. Here's the 5-step method two UBC psychologists use to ...

Basic emotions are innate, automatic, and universal responses that affect our actions and perceptions. First described in the 1970s, psychologist Paul Ekman's framework identifies six basic emotions: ...

“Don’t let your joy get the best of you.” “Be careful: You might become a joyous person.” “It’s OK to feel joy sometimes; you just have to manage it.” You’ve probably never heard people say any of ...

There’s a fine line between expressing too much or too little of your emotions. A new study provides three rules to guide you ...

Emotions are complex psychological states involving subjective experiences, physiological responses, and behavioral reactions. They are crucial for navigating daily life, influencing decision-making, ...

Living with a cancer diagnosis can be mentally and physically overwhelming, and it’s natural to go through an array of emotions during this demanding time. Here’s what may help you cope. Living with ...

In a previous article, How To Make A Video Go Viral, I mentioned research that shows videos that evoked the emotion of hilarity, inspiration, astonishment, and exhilaration tended to be shared the ...

If you want to use anger in a constructive way, you first have to break the mental stigma that “Anger is bad.” There is no shortage of articles and advice on how to control your anger. “Take a deep ...

Picture a leader stepping into a conference space, immediately in tune with the team's mood, effortlessly deciphering each colleague's emotional state. Consider a leader adept at picking up the subtle ...

When you see a butterfly touch down on a flower, you might feel a sense of joy because it reminds you of how delicate our world is. At the same time, you might feel a deep sadness well up realizing ...