Recognizing Intellectualization: A Defense Mechanism For Stress and Distress
Life can flow along seamlessly for ages without any serious concerns or stressors. Suddenly, it doesn’t, and a trigger throws us off unexpectedly. An essential teammate resigns.A big, long-term client ends your contract.Your business gets a shocking review on Google. What do you do when life throws you these curveballs? Many of us spring into […]
Stress vs. Willpower: How Stress Makes Us Give In To Our Addictions
Maybe it’s the sweet, creamy taste of ice cream; the crunch of a sugar-laced cookie.Or a few more minutes of mindless scrolling on social media.Or perhaps it’s the siren call of that oaky, crisp, or rich-bodied wine and the relaxed feeling of settling back in a soft, relaxing armchair. We all have go-to comfort foods, […]
Openness, Eccentricity, and Stress: How Are They Related?
Do you ever feel like breaking the mold—turning up to work in your most colorful clothes, or bursting into song at a stressful moment? We all react differently to triggers such as impending deadlines, long To-Do lists, or team tension. When things get monotonous or intense, one of these responses involves personal expression: channeling our […]
Waarom stress jou te snel conclusies laat trekken
Stel je voor: je bent in gesprek met een collega over een recent afgerond project. Terwijl je aan het woord bent, zie je een frons op haar voorhoofd verschijnen. Wat doe je vervolgens? Vraag je: “Waarom die frons?” of vul je de leegtes zelf in met gedachten zoals: “O nee, ze vindt het niets,” of […]
Why Stress Can Make You Jump To Conclusions
Picture this: you’re in an important meeting, talking to a colleague, and perhaps discussing a recently completed project. Suddenly, a frown flashes across your co-worker’s face as you speak. What would your next move be? Would you ask her, “Why the frown?” Maybe “Is something on your mind?” Or would you fill in the mental […]