We humans have a tendency to give more importance to negative experiences than to positive or neutral experiences. This is called the negativity bias. We even tend to focus on the negative even when ...

You may have heard the saying that attitudes are contagious. I think all firefighters would agree this is an accurate statement. When we start our shift with a negative mindset and attitude, those ...

Dear style & substance, What do we do with all of the negativity in our nation? Funny you should ask. So many conversations, articles and social media feeds are drenched in negativity. No matter what ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Spotting negativity in someone isn't just about a bad day or a tough week; it's an ongoing pattern that affects their outlook and ...

Negativity can come in many forms and can impact our mental health and overall well-being. It can stem from personal experiences, toxic relationships, or even the constant barrage of negative news and ...

Negativity is one of the most common, and deeply ingrained, obstacles to a healthy work environment. When working with front-line employees, supervisors and mid-level managers in long-term care ...

It’s easy to think that when it comes to company culture, you need to spend the bulk of your time considering what kind of cultural attributes you want. That’s a worthwhile exercise, but it’s just as ...

My client anguished over her latest performance review. She shared in exquisite detail how the vice president "raked her over the coals" for not delegating effectively. After listening to a 15-minute ...