Every year we go through a familiar ritual that culminates with a failure of willpower. Everyone makes promises about how they’re going to do something better in the new year and then promptly forgets all about it before the month is even over. In fact, right now, I’m watching the usual influx of New Years…
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How To Throw a Kick-Ass Party
There’s nothing like a kick-ass party. In my social circle, we love our parties. So much so that we have it on a schedule. One of us always throws a party for the 4th of July, another throws the designated Thanksgiving feast, my wife and I throw the Christmas party, another friend of ours throws…
Stop Being Socially Awkward – Pt. 2
Being socially awkward can make every day life feel like a constant trial. Basic socialization starts to feel like a video game of neverending quicktime events where you have microseconds to figure out the appropriate response and you have absolutely no idea what to do. But you can learn to overcome social awkwardness. Last time, we talked about…
Ask Dr. NerdLove: How Can I Be Less Awkward?
Dear Dr. Nerdlove How can I be less awkward with friends and acquaintances? My case is of awkwardness is an oddity in my mind. On one hand I have next to no problem doing long presentations in class ( last week I did a solo one that took 15 minutes) but on the other is…
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Guest Post: An Introvert’s Guide to Navigating Parties
(Doctor’s Note: On occasion, I’ll have an idea for an excellent topic that I am completely unsuited to write about. Fortunately for me, I have some excellent friends who are. This week, we have a guest post from Beth Campbell – event planner, professional social butterfly and secret introvert – to talk about the skill of navigating…
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How To Stop Fighting With Your Girlfriend (And Start Making Up)
Here’s something that most relationship coaches aren’t going to tell you: fights are a part of relationships. The sooner you accept this, the sooner you can learn how to stop fighting. Doesn’t seem like that makes sense, does it? Stick with me here for a second and you’ll understand. Relationships are kind of like Fight Club:…
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