Tara Cousineau, Ph.D.

Psychologist, Research Scientist, Author

Clinical psychologist at Harvard University, research scientist and author of The Kindness Cure, specializing in positive coping strategies.

Resources by Tara Cousineau, Ph.D.

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How to Lead With a Kind Mind

When we deal with people honestly and with kindness faithfulness and gentleness we send the...

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Find Your Way to Relaxation With Belly Breathing

It may sound weird but the simple act of breathing is an easy way to restore...

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Becoming Friends With Your Inner Cynic

People often ask me if I think people are less empathetic in today s world It...

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Handling an Emotional Storm With the R.A.I.N. Technique

As human beings living in the limitations in living in our physical bodies it is natural...

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The Secret Sauce for Successful Leadership May Surprise You

Misery loves company And your company Well it might foster more misery than you care to...

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Making the Virtuous Viral at Work

Truth be told kindness is a good prescription for a life well lived Kind actions and...

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