Author Archives: Dr. Aliye Kurt - Suedhoff

Confirmation bias ~ how it can make it or break it for you…

Last week I was telling my students how they would end up finding my course interesting or boring depending on their initial expectations of it. We all have a tendency to look for evidence that confirms our expectations or beliefs … Continue reading

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I’ll get by with a little help from my friends…

One feels the lack of social support most intensely after relocation. If you have just moved to a new country you are probably cut off from most members of your social support network – that is family members, friends, colleagues, … Continue reading

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Have a ride to the airport for an early flight?

A few years ago on my way to the airport I was explaining to my friend, who kindly gave me a ride – how getting a ride to the airport was a good indicator of the social support network one … Continue reading

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The Change We Need?

As Barack Obama is taking office today, the core message in his presidential campaign has kept me thinking: Change…We’ve all heard the saying “The only constant is change”. But have you ever thought about if you really believe that?

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Launching the boat…

Welcome on board! I am really excited about starting something I’ve had in mind for quite some time – that is, to share my experiences and thoughts on personal and professional development, as a social psychologist and a coach.  I … Continue reading

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