Posts authored by Alison Jordan

Jun 4, 2015

How nostalgia can help you break through creative blocks

If you’re in need of some creative inspiration, you might find it in a surprising place: your past. Nostalgia, or “sentimental longing” for the past can spark your imagination,…

May 29, 2015

New monthly drop-in support group for caregivers in NYC

Are you caring for a sick, challenged or elderly loved one? If so, you’ve probably felt overwhelmed or confused at some point. If you are struggling with seeing your…

May 20, 2015

“You need your own set of standards.” Advice from Stephen Colbert to the graduating class of 2015

Comedian Stephen Colbert delivered a commencement speech as only he could at Wake Forest University this week, urging students to stick to their own set of standards when navigating the…

May 14, 2015

You can change your brain for the better: here's how

Good news for all those over 25 – it’s still possible to change your brain after its peak years of development. Your brain changes in surprising and dynamic ways throughout…

May 12, 2015

Does a “neurotic” personality equal lower pay? A study has answers

Does your earning power decrease the more neurotic you are? According to a new study, the answer is a resounding yes. The more extroverted and outwardly confident among us could…