Dr. Paul Ekman devoted his life to the study of facial expressions and emotions. He was a professor at the University of San Francisco from 1971 to …
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Do What Works—To Achieve Your Desired Outcome
Mindfulness helps us to slow down and behave effectively, rather than impulsively. In most cases, unless there is a direct threat to our safety or …
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On Observing
In reviewing the components of mindfulness, we have the "What Skills" and the "How Skills". What Skills Observe Describe …
Multi-Tasking is NOT a Strength
Doing one thing at a time is efficient, enhances focus, and decreases distractions. While many workplaces value multi-tasking, it has been …
What is Necessary to Practice Mindfulness?
"Paying attention, on purpose, in the present moment, non-judgmentally, as if your life depended on it." This quotation is Jon Kabat-Zinn's …
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Mindfulness of Current Emotion
Mindfulness involves consciously directing your attention to one thing in the present moment. It is focused attention in a non-judgmental …
Does Body Language Reveal Dishonesty?
Experts in the field of body language say they can often tell if a person is lying. There may be subtle cues of discomfort. There are also more …
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