Lilia MacLellan for QZ.com
It may seem counter-intuitive. Many people regard their “negative” feelings with fear, distaste, or shame. But our feelings (ALL our feelings) are there for a reason, and when we are able to accept a full range of human emotion (yes, even the painful ones) we are more likely to thrive.
‘On Being’ with Krista Tippett | onbeing.org
‘On Being’ host Krista Tippett interviews Clinical Psychologist Christine Runyan about the physiological and psychological effects of a year in a pandemic.
Brené Brown: Empathy vs. Sympathy
Watch Brene Brown's powerful short animated clip that discusses the key differences between "empathy" and "sympathy."
Heather Plett, upliftconnect.com
This deeply personal and thoughtful article talks about a way to be present with others that is more than just "support."
Maria Popova, brainpickings.org
This article discusses recent research that explains the ways in which REM sleep and dreaming serve to regulate depression and other negative emotions.
Alice Robb, vulture.com
Disney Pixar's animated film "Inside Out" has earned widespread attention for its portrayal of feelings and memory. This article asks a neuroscientist to weigh in on the science of memories and the film's accuracy.
