Tag: you

Why do you have to read a book?

I love it when my girlfriend tells me she just bought a new book. I was happy when she showed enthusiasm for reading it to me. Honestly, I love hearing when people are passionate about reading books. Before, I didn’t like to read books. In my mind at that time, reading books was a bor...

This Is What You’ll See When You Die

What will you see before you die? Visions of deceased loved ones, bright white lights, or even aliens? The answer is none of the above. Your life will flash before your eyes, memorable moments replaying like a film reel in the final moments before your death. It’s a cliche for a re...

WHY AREN’T YOU LISTENING?

A few years ago I attended a risk communication workshop conducted by Dr. Vince Covello who was at the time a professor and researcher at Columbia University. He is a widely known author and consultant in the field of communications. The focus of his training was to help plant managers be more skill...

DAY 7: YOU ARE WHAT YOU WATCH

I always find it difficult whenever I’m asked questions related to personal preferences like “what is the best song of all time according to you?” or “what is the title of the book that has had the most impact on your life?” This often happens simply...

“I Love You” — But Too Soon

The poll results on top reflect the votes of students in PSYC 158 (Interpersonal Relationships) here at UCSD, & the votes on the bottom of the image reflect followers/viewers on Instagram. When I presented the question during lecture I nested it within the context of a romantic heterosexual dyad...