Psychology & Behavior

If you hurt someone’s feelings as a result of a mere slip of the tongue, presumably there is nothing to be sorry for. Presumably it “meant nothing.” Unless, of course, unconscious gestures are even more meaningful than conscious ones.

Why should I act in a way that contradicts my true feelings? Should I present a façade of calmness even when I really want to lash out in anger?

The Torah’s description of Pinchas’ lineage as explained in Rashi, offers insight into human psychology and how intricate our personal defence mechanisms really are.

Where psychology has failed, and what is in store for the future. Addressing the challenge of human weakness and guilt, Rabbi Manis Friedman offers a fresh perspective based on the teachings of Tanya (chapter 27).

Do human beings have the ability to change, or are we genetically hardwired to think, feel, and act in certain ways? Torah ethics and neurological research both indicate that the key to change lies in behavior and practice. When we change our behavior for...

Professor Reuven Feuerstein, a world-renowned Israeli clinical and developmental cognitive psychologist, discusses some of the Rebbe’s influence on his life’s work.

Is guilt the sign of a healthy conscience or the inability to move forward? In this lesson, we differentiate between different forms of guilt, both constructive and destructive. We will learn how to recognize when judging ourselves is just a cynical ploy ...

Are you ready to retrain your mind to think healthy thoughts? Some thought patterns are so pervasive and so ingrained in our minds that we aren’t even conscious of them. When these thought patterns are self-destructive and disempowering, they breed toxic ...