Tag: self-affirmation

Study suggests reasons for popularity of Facebook

Ashley March 29, 2013 Comments Off

From the Cornell University press release via Newswise: Facebook profiles reassure our self-worth because they offer a place where we can display the personal characteristics and relationships we value most,… Read more »

Study suggests self-affirmation enhances performance, makes us receptive to our mistakes

Sue October 26, 2012 Comments Off

From the Association for Psychological Science press release: Life is about failure as much as it is about success. From the mistakes we make at work or school to our… Read more »

Study suggests that taking time to enjoy life can help patients make better health decisions

Sue January 24, 2012 Comments Off

From the Weill Cornell Medical College press release: The experience of daily positive affect — a mild, happy feeling — and self-affirmation helps some patients with chronic diseases, including coronary… Read more »