Despite what you might have thought, when many schools closed for remote learning during the Pandemic, parents, teachers, and students alike were relieved to find that cyberbullying actually decreased by a lot. A new study from Boston University has found that cyberbullying … [Read more...] about Cyberbullying decreased sharply during the pandemic
self esteem
How to master the art of receiving compliments (& why you should)
Gracefully receiving compliments is an art that many people struggle to master despite the growing evidence that giving and receiving compliments benefits us in many ways. If you’ve ever felt squeamish when someone directs a compliment at you, then you’re not alone—and there … [Read more...] about How to master the art of receiving compliments (& why you should)
Norwegian law aims to protect its residents’ self-esteem
Recent research suggests that constant exposure to social media is linked to body dissatisfaction. To protect their citizens, Norway’s ministry of children and family has proposed that the country’s marketing act mandate that images that have been altered to enhance a person’s … [Read more...] about Norwegian law aims to protect its residents’ self-esteem
5 ways to break your people-pleasing habits
As social creatures, it’s natural to want to get along with our peers. This sometimes involves making compromises to balance the needs and wants of others, however, if we put too much value on the approval of others, then we are at risk of becoming “people pleasers.” People … [Read more...] about 5 ways to break your people-pleasing habits
The case for kindness: How and why we should be more kind at work
For over a year now, many of our “workplaces” have turned into a handful of scheduled online interactions. We often lose out on the small moments of appreciation, like a simple “thank you so much!” while bumping into a colleague in the lunchroom who has helped you with a project, … [Read more...] about The case for kindness: How and why we should be more kind at work