"You always mess things up. Why are you even on this project? Just quit already." Demeaning, hostile or undermining behavior like this is more common in the workplace and damaging than many people ...

GREENSBORO, N.C. — Have you ever noticed when someone is really liked or favored that, people tend to give them a pass for bad behavior? For example, they might say an off-handed joke or remark that’s ...

"I did something bad—now what?" Guilt can sometimes do its job as our conscience and help us realize we need to make things better. (For more on this topic: What is your guilt telling you?) But ...

I'm sure many of us have that one relative who makes family gatherings uncomfortable. Even if they're not actively cruel, their attitude, ego or abrasiveness often creates tension and makes everyone ...