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Good Vibes Only? The Trap of Toxic Positivity
Why “forced cheer” is just denial in a sparkly outfit.
 • Dr. Stacey Rubin
Who Put the Fish in the Microwave? Lessons on Joining a New Culture
On my second week in corporate America, I made a mistake that still makes me laugh—and wince.
 • Dr. Stacey Rubin
From Manifesting to Planifesting: The Science of Turning Dreams into Direction
In 2024, manifest was crowned Word of the Year by the Cambridge Dictionary, a nod to how often people were looking it up, saying it, and hashtagging it.
 • Dr. Stacey Rubin
Intersections and Countdowns: Why Action Matters
There we were, stalled in the middle of the intersection—literally and metaphorically.
 • Dr. Stacey Rubin
Not All Narcissists Are Created Equal
My friend’s mom parked in handicapped spots whenever she went to Starbucks—a habit that drove my friend crazy.
 • Dr. Stacey Rubin
Why We Get in Our Own Way (and How to Stop)
I thought about writing a blog on self-sabotage last week.
 • Dr. Stacey Rubin
This Holiday Season, Give Yourself the Gift of Understanding
My patient Ben, a military veteran and homebuilder, had come into therapy due to struggling in all of his relationships, most of which were strained.
 • Dr. Stacey Rubin
How Unrecognized Ambivalence Hampered the Democrats
And how surfacing dissent can help teams become stronger
 • Dr. Stacey Rubin
Why We Miss the Magic: The Art of Noticing Life’s Subtle Mysteries
Have you ever gone to bed unsure about a decision, only to wake up with the answer?
 • Dr. Stacey Rubin
Which Bell Are You Ringing?
The Slack message read, "Hey everyone, donuts are in the kitchen! My dad sent them to thank us for supporting him through his treatment."
 • Dr. Stacey Rubin
Hair in the Spaghetti and Other Acts of Protest
Looking back, I remember when he did it. I saw something out of the corner of my eye, but it didn’t register.
 • Dr. Stacey Rubin
Mob Justice On a Spreadsheet
A recent New York Times op-ed discussed a spreadsheet that went viral on Twitter (aka X).
 • Dr. Stacey Rubin
Ambivalence Is Cancelled!
Jerry Seinfeld gave a commencement speech on May 12th at Duke with these words of wisdom: I will give you my three real keys to life. No jokes in this…
 • Dr. Stacey Rubin
Life’s Three-Point Shots: Assessing Risk
Harnessing the Power of Thinking in Bets
 • Dr. Stacey Rubin
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What's on Your Mind?
A newsletter for high-achievers offering psychological insights and strategies to help you accept, explore, and harness your ambivalence: the conflicting thoughts and emotions that profoundly shape our lives.

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