Mental Health & Well-Being
Why Young Women Still Feel They’re Not Good Enough
by Queen D, August 18, 2017
She can juggle school, work, extracurriculars—and nail the perfect winged eyeliner. Yet she still questions if she’s good enough. Confidence issues are hitting young women hard. Here’s what the numbers say.
Mental Health & Well-Being
How Perfectionism Is Fueling Your Depression
by Queen D, July 28, 2017
Perfection is impossible. You might hit “good enough” or even your personal best, but chasing flawlessness is flawed. Here’s how perfectionism can eat away at your time, energy, and mental health.
Attitude & Lifestyle
Why Optimists Have It Better (According to Research)
by Queen D, April 20, 2017
Optimists get knocked for being naive or unrealistic—but science says otherwise. Turns out, looking on the bright side comes with some serious perks.
Love & Relationships
Jealousy From the Inside Out: What It Really Says About You
by Queen D, April 7, 2017
We often assume jealousy is triggered by something—or someone—outside of us. But the truth is, it comes from within, fueled by our own insecurities and fears.
Personal Development
5 Subtle Red Flags Your Emotional Intelligence Needs a Tune-Up
by Queen D, March 31, 2017
How do you handle rejection? Are you a hardcore pessimist? Some signs of low EQ stand out—but others are subtle enough to pass as quirks.
Personal Development
Golden Nuggets of Wisdom: Advice for almost any situation
by Queen D, March 17, 2017
After 25+ years of studying human behavior, we’ve learned a thing or two. If you’re into honest, slightly sassy life advice backed by psychology, this blog is definitely for you.
Mental Health & Well-Being
5 Everyday Activities to Boost Your Psychological Health
by Queen D, February 23, 2017
Good psychological health doesn’t require hours of meditation on a mountaintop (unless that’s your thing). These 5 easy-peasy habits are all it takes.
Attitude & Lifestyle
The secrets of happy people (and why they’re so darn cheerful)
by Queen D, February 3, 2017
You know that person who’s always annoyingly happy? Smiling, laughing, loving life? Ugh. Why are they so giddy?! Here’s what they’re doing right.
Love & Relationships
Not Born to Be Wild: How Parenting Styles Shape Honesty in Kids
by Queen D, January 13, 2017
Were you raised with firm rules or total freedom? Turns out, your parents’ style didn’t just shape your manners—it may have shaped your honesty too.
Attitude & Lifestyle
Are Attitudes Toward Women Improving—or Sliding Backward?
by Queen D, December 9, 2016
Gender roles aren’t always moving forward—sometimes they slip backward. Worrying data shows that in certain groups, especially young men, views on women are regressing.