kindness

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“I like your hair” – The Surprising Science of Compliments

By Dr David R Hamilton | October 1, 2025

When we offer a compliment, studies show that we hugely underestimate how good it can make a person feel.

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Stack of zen stones in balance at seashore. There's a large flat one on the bottom that represents the long part of a see saw, with smaller piles of zen stones at either end. The 'see saw' is balanced on the tip of a triangular stone. It's on a rock with sea and blue sky in the background.

The Opposite of Stress? It’s Not What You Think

By Dr David R Hamilton | September 10, 2025

When you think about the opposite of stress, what comes to mind? Peace? Calm? Relaxation? These are really just the absence of stress, not its opposite.

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25 Things I’ve Learned in Life

By Dr David R Hamilton | June 26, 2025

25 Things I’ve Learned in Life Dr David R Hamilton 1. Every step counts. Even…

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12 ways to win while being kind

By Dr David R Hamilton | May 30, 2025

How do you win in life without throwing others under the bus? Here’s some thoughts:…

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