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Chris Weinkauff Duranso, Ph.D.
Positive Psychologist
PhD in Positive Developmental Psychology (Claremont Graduate University, Claremont, CA)
Lecturer
University of Rhode Island
Department of Human Development & Family Sciences, and Psychology
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Author, Public Speaker
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"WTF does all this mean?" Our own search for meaning is essential...
I don't know about you, but I have spent a lot of time this past year posing the question: "Why?" Why is this happening, why do I feel...

Chris Weinkauff Duranso
Jan 4, 20214 min read
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To Give and To Receive: Both Are Necessary Right Now
This morning, I am reflecting on what a strange holiday season it has been so far. The world is still struggling with a pandemic and all...

Chris Weinkauff Duranso
Dec 28, 20203 min read
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Self-talk and self-thought: The strength we need to get through this shit show!
As we all continue to experience the emotional, financial, and relational effects of living through a pandemic, it is easy to feel a lot...

Chris Weinkauff Duranso
Dec 21, 20204 min read
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Hygge: The Danish Way of Living Contentedly
We are all stuck at home. Some more than others. I am grateful for those who are our essential workers that continue to leave the safety...

Chris Weinkauff Duranso
Dec 14, 20204 min read
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A positive winter mindset: What?!?!
Today I am going to write about recent scientific studies that have uncovered the 'positive winter mindset' as a contributor to winter...

Chris Weinkauff Duranso
Dec 7, 20207 min read
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Blogs transitioning to weekly format!
Hello, everyone! I have decided to transition this blog to a weekly format, effective immediately. You can expect to see weekly blog...

Chris Weinkauff Duranso
Dec 3, 20201 min read
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Pandemic resilience: Pace yourself to the finish line
I am a runner. I think I have mentioned that before, but it is worth mentioning again for today's post. My fitness level waxes and wanes...

Chris Weinkauff Duranso
Dec 1, 20205 min read
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When your mind is cluttered and chaotic: De-clutter your external world!
This photo reminds me of what many of our lives look like right now. We all have so many stressors to manage with a pandemic, political...

Chris Weinkauff Duranso
Nov 30, 20207 min read
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Taking a break this week...a short message today!
Hello, everyone. I hope this post finds you well. I am going to take a much needed break this week, to regroup and refuel. I will be...

Chris Weinkauff Duranso
Nov 23, 20201 min read
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Seeing others as people instead of adversaries
Today I am going to write about the hazards of divisiveness at the individual level, and how we can each reconnect with our natural...

Chris Weinkauff Duranso
Nov 20, 20206 min read
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How to Have a Mindful Conversation! IOW, Dialogue Instead of Loud Monologues
A picture reflecting the 2020 Shit Show: I like this picture so much I am going to use it again. It really seems to exemplify 2020 very...

Chris Weinkauff Duranso
Nov 18, 20204 min read
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Mindful Conversations: The most challenging time to have them is likely when they are needed most!
There are a lot of heated conversations taking place across the globe at any given moment, but 2020 has seen more than its share of them....

Chris Weinkauff Duranso
Nov 17, 20205 min read
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The Value of Savoring, or: Reminiscing Instead of Ruminating
As we prepare for winter and the typical holiday season, many are contemplating what to do this year. And experiencing an array of...

Chris Weinkauff Duranso
Nov 16, 20205 min read
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Authentic emotions: A little anger is good for you!
I was going to write today about forgiveness, but I don't think it is time yet. A few weeks ago, I wrote about the dangers of toxic...

Chris Weinkauff Duranso
Nov 13, 20204 min read
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The Importance of Time
Today I am going to talk a lot about time. And how we use, or don't use it to our benefit. This is a big topic but I am going to tackle...

Chris Weinkauff Duranso
Nov 12, 202010 min read
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Sunshine, oh sunshine!
In recent days, there have been several COVID-19 studies (the scientific variety, not polls or opinions) that seem to suggest that...

Chris Weinkauff Duranso
Nov 11, 20202 min read
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Today... a list of resources if you are feeling overwhelmed!
Hello, everyone. I hope you are feeling a little less anxiety now that the US has finished up the election cycle, the results are...

Chris Weinkauff Duranso
Nov 9, 20203 min read
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Nov 4, 20200 min read
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Breathe. Wait. Breathe some more.
Breathing cannot be underrated. It is essential for human life, and it is also essential for our well-being. When stressed, getting...

Chris Weinkauff Duranso
Nov 3, 20202 min read
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Stop the merry-go-round, I want to get off! Staying grounded during dizzying times....
Have you ever gotten off of a dizzying ride like the merry-go-round at a park, and felt the whole world spinning? The first thing you do...

Chris Weinkauff Duranso
Nov 2, 20203 min read
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