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Self-Reliance Is Important
Summary: Did you know that self-reliance is an essential trait for personal growth and success? Ralph Waldo Emerson's essay...
Apr 7, 2023


Paul Johnson and Dr. Emily Bashah on the MIRS Monday Podcast!
Summary The guests, Dr. Emily Bashah and Paul Johnson, discuss how social and political factors such as isolation, loss of community, and...
Apr 3, 2023


Paul Johnson and Dr. Emily Bashah Featured in Medium Article
Paul Johnson and Dr. Emily Bashah were reference in an article by Medium. The article discusses how empathy and active listening can help...
Apr 3, 2023


Brandon Tatum On The Reality of American Racism and Police Brutality
Summary: In this episode of The Optimistic American, host Paul Johnson and Brandon Tatum discuss various topics related to American...
Apr 1, 2023


Why Optimists Live Longer Than You
Summary: Optimism is linked to better health outcomes, including well-being, sleep quality, lower stress levels, better cardiovascular...
Mar 31, 2023


The Art of Emotional Intelligence
Summary: In this episode of The Optimistic American, host Paul Johnson talks with Dr. Emily Bashah about mastering emotions. They discuss...
Mar 25, 2023


What Is Emotional Intelligence
Summary: In this article, researchers have reviewed 29 measures of emotional intelligence (EI), examining their psychometric properties...
Mar 22, 2023


Recognizing and Overcoming PTSD & Trauma
Summary: In this episode of The Optimistic American, host Paul Johnson sits down with Dr. Emily Bashah to discuss trauma and its effects...
Mar 18, 2023
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