Dr. John Schinnerer's Articles

  • Discover the Secret Passion and Happiness In Your Life
    What are you doing now that you are excited about?
    What gets you jazzed to leap out of bed in the morning?
    What are you really good at that also gives you energy?

    In this day and age, these questions are of the utmost importance. Research has shown that only a mere 10% of people in the United States are leading thriving, happy, meaningful lives. Think of how much better the country would be if we brought that number up to 15%... higher productivity, more creativity and innovation, greater employee engagement, better parenting, and a happier place to live.
  • The Latest Scientifically Proven Ways to Manage Negative Emotions
    I have spent my entire life exploring the treacherous landscape of the mind. I have studied philosophy, quantum physics, psychology, physiology, and world religions. I have spoken with the mentally ill, top leaders, heroes and the psychologically resilient. This article, an excerpt from my book, 'Guide To Self: The Beginner's Guide To Managing Emotion & Thought', is part of my attempt to put forth the newest tools to tame your alligator – your emotional mind.
    For some time, I was able to hide my own emotions in stressful situations. I had excellent control over the alligator wrestler (my rational mind) but little awareness of how to manage the alligator. Despite my Ph.D. in psychology, I struggled to stay on an even emotional keel on a daily basis. I would frequently get frustrated with my family (where our strongest emotions normally come out!). What's more, I would have an occasional yet embarrassing angry outburst at an unsuspecting coworker. And, at times, I would be overcome with depression for days at a time.
    As a result of my own emotional nature, I have spent over 20 years amassing the most effective ways to manage the emotional mind. I have learned to train my mind to more content, relaxed and productive. The best news is you can learn how to do this as well!
  • The Critical Need for Ethics in a Thriving, Productive Work Life
    Ethics remind us of our authentic self and our unique role in life. All of us benefit from a series of ethical guideposts which we can use to steer our actions towards the greater good and increase our productivity. Acting in accordance with your values leads to integrity. Integrity is the main competency in every successful manager.
  • Optimal Employee Functioning
    Positive psychology exercises have been shown in numerous studies to increase productivity, promote employee engagement, improve optimal functioning as well as the bottom line. Positive psychology assumes that all people can become more resilient, happier and more productive. The critical difference between positive psychology and traditional self-help is the ever-increasing research base, over 70,000 empirical studies, upon which positive psychology is founded. It is a powerful movement from faith to facts.
  • Best Ways to Deal With Rage In The Office
    How do you defuse a coworker's anger?
    The ability to de-escalate the anger of others is a critical political and emotional ability necessary for long-term success. As an psychologist, I have assusted hundreds of clients to manage their own anger and to defuse the anger of others. Anger can take on a life of its own, destroying relationships and derailing careers. Read on for the latest tools to manage upset clients.


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