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Two simple phrases can turn ordinary conversations with children into mini-lessons in critical thinking and intellectual humility. 😊

Boost Kids' Critical Thinking With Two Simple Phrases Two simple phrases can turn ordinary conversations with children into mini-lessons in critical thinking and intellectual humility.

Dogs are often referred to as our best friends, but are also frequently viewed as family members. Check out this article to see how data shows that a dog resembles a blend of your child and your best friend! 😊

Is Our Relationship to Dogs Friendship or Family? An investigation of family and other interactions in our social network shows that dog owners rate their relationship with their dogs as good as, or better, than with any human.

How to Feel Grounded in an Uncertain World

How to Feel Grounded in an Uncertain World A Personal Perspective: Feeling untethered in uncertain times? Here's how grounding my identity in my past brought me strength, clarity, and calm—and how it could help you, too.

Did you know that thinking about who you want to become helps you make choices you’ll feel proud of? Read this article to see how! 😊

Why Thinking About the Future Makes Your Life Better Now Your future self is closer than you think and the present is where it happens.

Your brain prefers to do some things the hard way—including learning. Here's why.

Why Struggling (the Right Way) Helps You Learn If learning feels easy, you’re probably not learning much. Here's why the brain thrives on challenge and how making things harder can help you retain them better.

How do you feel at work? Do this one key behavior and become more authentic. 😊

The Key to Becoming More Authentic at Work Are you authentic at work, or do you wear a mask? Why authenticity is important at work and what you can do to be more genuine with your coworkers.

Attention All First Responders!

Dr. Kristy Camille-McKiness, Ed D., LCPC, ACS, will be speaking this week at the Active Threat & Mental Wellness Conference on Thursday, November 14.

This conference will be held November 13-15 at the Joliet Rennaissance Center. Many experienced speakers and specialists will be speaking, and this conference is for police, fire, dispatch, corrections, veterans, and emergency medical workers!

To register and learn more about the event, click here! https://www.joliet.gov/government/departments/fire-department/get-involved/active-threat-mental-wellness-conference

We look forward to seeing you there!

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As we age, our brains do too. New research highlights how polyphenols—powerful nutrients in plant foods—might help slow down brain aging.

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-modern-brain/202408/do-these-plant-nutrients-slow-brain-aging

A new practical method for promoting fair-mindedness, reducing bias and engaging in meaningful conversations that promote understanding and progress.

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/justice-matters/202408/cultivating-constructive-dialogue-the-science-diversity-method

Creating an emotional toolbox can help you achieve your family-building goals by enhancing your health, relationships, decision-making, and reducing the risk of treatment dropout.

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/building-your-family/202408/an-emotional-toolbox-for-fertility-treatment

Over the years therapists have largely overlooked dreamwork as a form of therapy. The research suggests we should bring it back.

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/deeper-dive/202408/its-time-to-bring-dreamwork-back-into-therapy

Limiting smartphone use is a hot topic, but how to do this can be a challenge for families. Here are 5 simple strategies for shifting phone use that can benefit all family members.

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/be-amazing/202408/how-to-power-off