Blog for Better Living

How to Use Both Sides of Your Brain

By: Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | August 13, 2014

Have you ever heard people say that they are more of a ‘right brain’ or ‘left brain’ thinker? You’ve probably heard the term before, whether it is on the radio, in a TV show, or sometime long ago in your bio class. But, what does the expression really mean? Do we really think with one […]

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Personal Improvement

Getting Married on Your Terms

By: Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | July 30, 2014

Recently I had the privilege of traveling to Alaska for my very first “Extra Tuff Wedding”. Extra Tuffs, for those of us in the lower 48, are the footwear of choice for South East Alaskan natives. The big brown boots are clunky, rubber and not very attractive at first glance – but to those who […]

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Family, Relationships

Best Tips on How To Deal With Difficult People

By: Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | July 9, 2014

We’ve all encountered them, and they exist almost everywhere: the difficult person. Difficult people do exist, and at some point or another you will probably be confronted with the need to deal with a high conflict, or difficult person. Most of us are proficient in our communication skills and feel more or less effective in […]

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Personal Improvement, Relationships

The Psychological Benefits of Risk Taking

By: Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | June 23, 2014

People tell me I’m a risk taker. The truth is, I do participate in “extreme” activities like dirt biking, surfing, and rock climbing. I’ve traveled to remote places, went sky diving, and recently went scuba diving to explore a wreck. I know that these activities carry risk. So, why do I do them? The ability […]

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Personal Improvement

Hope Loves Company

By: Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | May 7, 2014

The phrase “Hope Loves Company” has been used by Dr. Ken Druck at the Jenna Druck Center. The meaning behind this phrase is that by coming together in times of loss, grieving individuals can gain strength and find hope from one another. For many, the experience of a loss by death is very isolating. Friends […]

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Grief, Therapy

Achieving Ideal Work/Life Balance

By: Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | March 5, 2014

Last month, Rochelle was interviewed for the B2B Marketing Bopcast on how business professionals can manage stress and achieve a work/life balance. Below is a snippet of the interview and the full audio and transcript is available on Bop Design’s Bop Blog. “I think that the biggest obstacle for business professionals is really negative thinking. […]

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Personal Improvement, Relationships, Stress

Non-Defensive Communication In 3 Easy Steps

By: Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | January 29, 2014

Do you want to communicate honestly without getting defensive or into power struggles – no matter how others act? When we get defensive, we make it that much harder for people around us to hear what we’re saying. It also becomes more difficult to listen to what they have to say. Most everyone has a […]

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Relationships

12 Habits of Successful People

By: Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | January 21, 2014

Success is not just defined by the title you hold, or the things that you have, but rather, from the obstacles that you have had to overcome to be where you are today. Successful people aren’t just born, they have learned the skills to persevere and maintain focus. The following twelve habits can help you […]

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Personal Improvement

Looking for Creative Ways to Ring in the New Year?

By: Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | December 31, 2013

New Year’s Eve is a time of reflection, joy, and celebration. For many, plans include spending time with loved ones with a focus on fun and entertainment. If you are struggling with what to do this year, or if you are looking for a change of your usual tradition, here are some suggestions to ring […]

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Personal Improvement