Emotional Toolbox Archives

Soapbox Therapy: Jealousy and Feeling Like a Teenage Girl

How early in a relationship can you ask if the other person is dating other people? It can be an honest and nagging feeling we can't control, but it can have disappointing consequences if not handled ... [more]

3 Visual Tricks That Will Instantly Make People Think You’re More Confident

The funny thing about confidence is that it's only a feeling -- meaning people only know that you're not feeling confident if you SHOW them you're not feeling confident. Take control of these three ... [more]

The Anger Handbook: On How To Deal With Anger Effectively

Everyone gets angry sometimes, but there's a difference between spitting a few curses and Hulking your fist through a door. Use these 9 techniques to keep your conscience, and your knuckles, blood ... [more]

The Lowdown on Stress Management + Ten Strategies That Work

Stress sucks. From headaches, bad moods, hair loss and health problems, stress can ruin more than just your day, it can ruin your life. Learn to manage it right out of your life with these easy habits... [more]

Brooke on Boys: Sexy Self-esteem 101…and a Little Oprah

You've been hearing all your life that women love confident men. But many guys fail to distinguish confident from cocky asshole. Brooke gives the lowdown on how a guy can have sexy self-esteem, ... [more]

Even The Lone Ranger Had Tonto: What is a Men’s Group and Why Should You Care?

Too often in the pursuit of being macho we men think we must stand solitary against the challenges of life, only making things more difficult and proving ourselves fools. Don't go it alone, build ... [more]

Passive Aggression: How to Deal With It

Back-handed compliments and snide little notes left to be found later seem to be the only way people can communicate unhappy feelings these days. Whether with the family, at work, or online we've got... [more]

Man Up! Everyone Hates Their Job

There's a line for those who hate their job and odds are, you're already straddling it, next to everyone within eyesight. Work is the chip on all our shoulders and while there isn't anything we can ... [more]

Luck Hacks: Six Practices That Will Lead to Good Fortune

Forget lucky coins, magical boxer-briefs, or a crusty rabbit's foot, because your luck is about to change. Whether you're cursed in finding opportunities or prone to strike-outs with beautiful women... [more]