Raised by Wolves: Is Having No Friends Her Mother's Fault?

Dr. Irene S. Levine, 12.27.2009

The Friendship Doctor

As hokey as it sounds, a smile and sincere expression of interest in another person are the first small steps towards making a new friend.

This Christmas Give Lots of Presence

Jason Mannino, 12.25.2009

Career Coach, Life Coach, Speaker/Trainer, Founder: The People Agenda

You can choose to participate in the obligatory consumer materialism of the season or choose to focus on what is real: love, joy, and the generosity of your presence with loved ones.

What's Keeping Us From The Cushion?

David Nichtern, 12.26.2009

Senior Shambhala Buddhist teacher

I think it's fair to ask ourselves early on, why are we afraid of just sitting still? Why are we terrified of that?Actually it's for you to find out. But I would like to suggest the possibility that we are afraid of ourselves.

Things I Learned In 2009

Rory Freedman, 12.24.2009

1# NY Times best-selling author, vegan, animal rights activist, Skinny Bitch

Here are top 25 things I learned in 2009

Forgiveness Around The Holidays

Dr. Tian Dayton, 12.24.2009

Clinical Psychologist and author

Forgiveness is something that people grapple with around the holidays. Interpersonal losses are felt more keenly when family and friendship are in every song and on the tip of everyone's tongue.

What Would Love Do?

Mike Robbins, 12.23.2009

Bestselling Author, Keynote Speaker

Love, I believe, is the most powerful force in the universe - yet so many of us almost apologize for talking about it, thinking about it, and wanting to have it play a lead role in our lives.

More Lies Women Tell Themselves

Jag Carrao, 12.23.2009

Dating and relationship coach

Inspired by all the women who are clearly ready to start a New Year by ditching self-sabotaging deceptions, I've decided to offer five more myths which could be trapping you in old, unhealthy relationship patterns.

Friendship on the Rocks: She's never invited to the parties

Dr. Irene S. Levine, 12.23.2009

The Friendship Doctor

QUESTiON Dear Irene, I met my best friend at a small restaurant where we both used to work. Even after I quit, Dee and I were very close and talked ...

Rejecting Willful Ignorance

Susan Smalley, Ph.D., 12.23.2009

Susan L. Smalley, Ph.D. is a Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Biobehavioral Sciences at ...

In our rejection of willful ignorance, we need look for ways to give back to those less fortunate than us and to make changes in our own lives that can directly improve the quality of life for others.

Santa Interventions: Helping Parents Save The Magic

Tom Matlack, 12.23.2009

Co-founder of The Good Men Project

Christmas is upon us, and for many Santa's bag full of surprises includes an assortment of personal dilemmas all having to do with ... Santa.

Tiger Woods, Michael Jackson, Britany Spears: Why Do We Care So Much?

Laura Trice, 12.23.2009

Relationship Expert, Author and CEO

The media is filled with details and stories about Tiger Woods, and sprinkled with the folks saying, 'What's the big deal?' It is a good question. Why is it such a big deal? I have a theory...

The Tiger Phenomenon - Chasing the Illusion

Dr. Elsbeth Meuth, 12.23.2009

Co-Founder, TantraNova Institute

In the context of the recent controversy surrounding Tiger Woods, I pose this question: What can we learn about our cultural conditioning regarding marriage, love, intimacy, fulfillment, and happiness?

Cultivating Compassion: Meditation For Better Relationships

Chade-Meng Tan, 12.22.2009

There are two components to spiritual practice, Wisdom and Compassion, and associating with people helps us grow Compassion. You probably cannot live a holy life without associating with people.

The Age of Invisibility

Elissa Stein, 12.22.2009

Author, pop culture historian, social media participant

People in New York are far more kind and generous than we get credit for. But not for the elderly. Not here. Not anywhere, really.

Holiday Survival Tips For Cougar Women

Linda Franklin, 12.22.2009

Linda Franklin is the founder and director of www.therealcougarwoman.com.

Cougars could be setting themselves up for some not a not-so-jolly Christmas if they are not prepared to deal with family this holiday season.

How To Spot That Toxic Friend

Susan Shapiro Barash, 12.22.2009

These aren't our mothers' friendships, where women were hesitant to disclose unhappiness or weakness. Female friendships today are filled with expectations -- the sense that "we're all in it together."

Therapeutic Intention In The Doctor's Office

Bernie Siegel, M.D., 12.22.2009

The intention of the doctor, therapist, waiter or whomever is important. Several studies have shown the benefits of the correct and appropriate therapeutic intention on the person being cared for.

Why Would Tiger Cheat On His Wife?

John Gray, 12.21.2009

John Gray, Ph.D is author of Men Are from Mars, Women Are From Venus

Having a partner of great physical beauty is like moving into a home with a fabulous view. At first the view is all that you see. After a year you notice the view less, focusing more on the things that "need to be fixed."

The Power Of Not Knowing

Mike Robbins, 12.21.2009

Bestselling Author, Keynote Speaker

Why are we so obsessed with knowing everything? While there's nothing wrong with knowledge and understanding, our insatiable desire to control stuff often gets in our way of being at peace in life.

Recycling The Ex -- It's Complicated, Or Is It?

Julie Spira, 12.21.2009

Dating Expert, Author of the online dating book, "The Perils of Cyber-Dating"

Why is it that the familiarity of an ex comes to the surface when one is lonely, has relationship problems of their own, or a holiday rolls around such as a birthday, Valentine's, or the holiday season?

Dreaming of a Dark Christmas

Jim Selman, 12.21.2009

A recognized leader and authority in the field of organizational transformation and culture change.

As I've grown older, I see more clearly how difficult the holiday season can be for many people. I am trying to pay attention to these folks this year.