Holly Parker

4 weeks ago | psychologytoday.com | Holly Parker

People have different ways of relating to their own happiness. People may pursue happiness or worry about it. Researchers examined whether people’s outlook toward happiness is connected to the way they support others. People who worry about happiness have a hard time accepting others’ feelings. How do you treat your own happiness? Virtually all of us have a way of relating to our contentment, even though it’s a question we may not think about in a deliberate, intentional way.

1 month ago | dailygamecock.com | Holly Parker

The owner of Carolina Cafe, a cafe near USC's Horseshoe, is concerned for her business as theparking spots outside of the store arereplaced with bike lanes. The project, conducted by the South Carolina Department of Transportation, aims to improve pedestrian commutes. But it has been upsetting for Carolina Cafe owner Lauren Schlueter. She said she is concerned about businesses being inaccessible to motor traffic as the plan is underway.

Oct 27, 2024 | psychologytoday.com | Holly Parker

A new study tested whether there's a link between emotional clarity, decision-making, and reaching for goals. The results revealed that with emotional clarity, there’s less doubtfulness and more movement toward aims. It’s not yet possible to say that emotional clarity leads to more resolve about choices and reaching for aims. Although there's a connection between emotional clarity and wellness, there may be exceptions.

Sep 27, 2024 | psychologytoday.com | Holly Parker

A sense of purpose refers to aspirations that help people chart a path forward as they engage with their life. It’s been unclear whether a sense of purpose or contentment in life is more strongly linked to our lifespan. A team of researchers compared purpose and contentment in life with data spanning over 20 years. The results revealed that purpose is more reliably connected to how long people live than enjoyment in life.

Aug 30, 2024 | psychologytoday.com | Holly Parker

Researchers built on prior work to explore why people may be more likely to discuss their feelings. People are more inclined to talk about how they feel with those who value their well-being. People are more apt to share their emotions with those who can correctly grasp what they're experiencing. People are more likely to open up about their feelings with those who strive to comprehend their experience.