One of the most well-known phrases in philosophy is, "I think, therefore I am," from the 17th-century French philosopher René Descartes. The statement is usually taken to mean that the act of thinking ...

We all know that negative thinking can fuel anxiety, stress, depression, and low self-esteem—and in a world where we’re bombarded with negative news daily, it’s easier than ever to get caught in a ...

(The Conversation) — What makes a life virtuous? The answer might seem simple: virtuous actions – actions that align with morality. But life is more than doing. Frequently, we just think. We observe ...

Cognitive distortions, or thinking errors, can take a toll on our mental health. Here are five such thinking patterns and ways to overcome them. We are all vulnerable to certain “thinking errors,” ...

In my mid-20s, I was the target of a colleague’s relentless “mean girl” behavior. It was inexplicable. Perhaps she resented the attention I received, or she may have been provoked by my seemingly ...