Go back in your thoughts to your school days. You will probably recollect that some kids were popular and loved by everyone. They were volunteering to help others, always played for the team. Some kids were sitting in the corner… Read More ›
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The Mystery Of Disappearing Adults
You received a resume. You liked and invited the candidate for an interview. What a surprise when he or she turned up at the interview with their mom. Do you think it is a joke? Think again. A variation of… Read More ›
Why You Can’t Believe Anything You Remember
Our memory sucks. Or rather, our brain is trying to keep us safe and oblivious. You may believe that you have a decent memory, that you remember events from the past, that you remember exactly how you felt, and what… Read More ›
The Bright And Dark Side Of Mindfulness
With its roots in Buddhism, the modern take on mindfulness starts with Jon Kabat-Zinn, a professor of medicine, who created a Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction program in 1979. Probably driven by the desire for broader adoption of the program and to… Read More ›
You Were Born To Run
Sedentary life is a relatively recent phenomenon, one that our bodies are not designed for. It is defined by the lack of regular physical activity and is one of the leading reasons for preventable diseases and deaths. These include chronic… Read More ›
Why Even Good People Act Unethically
The 21st century didn’t start particularly well when it comes to ethics. Many prominent figures in business and politics across the globe act visibly unethically, bend the truth to their needs, or ignore it completely. We all watch them, applaud,… Read More ›
Defensive Pessimism As A Winning Strategy
Do you worry about your ability to succeed when faced with risky, anxiety-inducing activity? Do you get anxious when asked to do something for the first time? Do you get nervous when being asked to speak in front of a… Read More ›
Why Is There So Much Unethical Behavior In Organizations?
The 2013 National Business Ethics Survey (NBES) showed that even though most misconduct metrics are down, they are still pretty alarming. 41% of participants of the survey reported that they observed misconduct, 63% reported what they saw, and 21% of… Read More ›
12 Ways How To Cope With Loneliness
The global pandemic of coronavirus that just hit the whole world had a dramatic impact on the way we work. Quarantines, physical distancing, and closed offices lead to an increased focus on work from home. People have less face to… Read More ›
Introverts, Beware Of Social Media!
Most introverts love social media. They allow us to communicate with the outside world, make friends, and keep in touch with likeminded individuals without the need to leave our homes. Social media sounds like a gift from heaven. Except, they… Read More ›
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