Rita Watson MPH

About

Rita Watson, MPH, served for over 10 years as Director of Policy and Education, Department of Psychiatry, and she continues as an associate fellow at Yale's Ezra Stiles College. She recently resigned from Suffolk University and the Providence Journal, after 10 years, to write her newest book: Italian Kisses: Rose-Colored Words and Love from the Old Country, Bordighera Press, 2019.

Books by Rita Watson MPH

Recent Posts

Decision-Making Snags and Successes

To achieve success, it is important to think for a minute, assess the situation, consider alternatives, and then follow through.

Decision Strategies: 4 Steps to Success

Although decision-making can be stressful, four steps can be helpful. By relying on intuition, assessments, and the courage to follow through, we can make valuable choices.

Whether in Politics or Relationships, Anger Is Harmful

Although anger in politics and relationships can bring about lasting conflict, researchers advocate forgiveness to resolve disputes and protect your health.

3 Essential Pathways to Lifelong Love

1. Create positive illusions.

Banish Feeling Blue with Hygge and a Gratitude Mini-Memoir

To beat the winter blues, think back to your childhood and the joy of snow days.

As Love Fades, 19 Thoughts Before Saying Goodbye

When a relationship loses its spark, couples face a decision as to whether they should stay and work through difficulties or leave, hopefully on good terms.

Boredom Can Turn Into Creative Moments

Even when we are feeling bored, here are four thoughts on how to turn such times into creative moments.

Saying “No” With Gratitude Can Save You From Anxious Moments

Too often we find ourselves saying "yes" to a request when we really want to say "no". It's important to recognize the scenarios that can trap us and steal our serenity.

Nature Can Help You Remain Positive Despite the News

Despite what appears to be a chaotic world, research studies point out that we should avail ourselves of the healing power of nature.

Creating Uplifting Moments Can Ease Work-Related Stress

Whether trapped in workday stress, or stress we impose upon ourselves, we can be refreshed by inserting a restorative activity and expressing gratitude into daily life.