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How Self-Compassion Can Make Valentine’s Day Extra Sweet
Feb. 13, 2018
Kristen Neff recommends that people also give themselves validation and appreciation verbally. A person can say to themselves, aloud, “I’m here for you. I care about you,” and meet that need for themselves.

Is Valentine’s Day for Men?
Feb. 13, 2018
Valentine’s Day is a day for romance, a day to celebrate love and affection. But are men really that into it?

Susan Broyles: The White House Thinks Americans Don’t Care About Domestic Violence
Feb. 12, 2018

Aaron Rochlen: A Positive and Refined Masculinity
Feb. 12, 2018
NFL-produced advertisement loosens up the playbook of masculinity

Kevin Cokley: Trump’s Comments on Countries Make MLK Day Purely Symbolic
Jan. 17, 2018

Kristin Neff Featured in NY Times for her Research on Self-Compassion
Dec. 28, 2017

Building a Path to a Meaningful Career Just Got Easier
Dec. 19, 2017
College is a time when many people engage in the exploration, self-discovery, and knowledge building that will shape who they are and what they will achieve in their future. During these few years, students are often learning for the first time where their passions lie.Choosing a major that aligns with…

Kevin Cokley in CBS News: What is Impostor Syndrome? Michelle Obama says she has it, and 'It Doesn't Go Away'
Dec. 05, 2017

Dell Med, Educational Psychology and other UT Departments Receive $1.8 Million to Improve Mental Health in Austin Area
Oct. 03, 2017

Kevin Cokley and Germine Awad: Trump isn’t urging patriotism; he’s provoking a culture war
Sep. 25, 2017