15 Ways to Teach Mindfulness and Patience to Children
A little mindfulness goes a long way, even in adults, but the earlier you can start the habit, the better. Thankfully, this chart is full of ways you can help…
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Boost Your Happiness at Work By Changing the Way You Approach To-Do Lists
A straightforward to-do list might make you more productive, but it can also make your job feel tedious and boring. It’s time to start reincorporating your big goals within your…
Skip the “Power Poses” Before Big Events (Unless They Help You, Personally)
“Power poses,” or the idea that faking powerful body language reduces stress and improves your performance in a stressful situation, is one we’ve repeated several times. However, the lead researcher…
You’re Far More Likely to Make Writing Mistakes Late at Night
Whether it’s catching up on email, or working on a novel, the early morning or late hours of the night is when a lot of people finally start pecking their…
Treat Your Focus Like Playing an Arcade Game
Taking on a big task is like playing an arcade game: it requires all of your focus. As soon as you pause the game and walk away, your chances of…
Scary Stories Are Actually Pretty Beneficial for Kids
In an effort to protect their kids, some parents will keep them away from books, TV shows, and movies that might be too scary. But to a certain extent, scary…
Overcome Shyness with “Radical Implosion”
Shyness isn’t a lifelong personality trait. Learning to talk to strangers is a skill you can acquire. Want to know how Conan O’Brien and Will Ferrell got over their shyness?…
Four Questions to Ask Before You Try to Make or Break a Habit
Everyone wants to quit their bad habits and start good ones instead, like a half-hour of exercise instead of sleeping in, or drinking seltzer instead of soda. But more often…
Make Breaking a Bad Habit Easier by Proving Yourself Wrong
Most of us have a habit or two we’d like to break, but we lie to ourselves so those bad habits don’t seem as bad as they are. If you…
Defuse Arguments with Your Partner Through Mindfulness
Practicing mindfulness can mean many different things and has many different benefits, but it isn’t limited to your own improvement. You can also use mindfulness to defuse emotionally charged moments…
Plan Worthwhile Day Trips by Minding Your Travel Time
Day trips are the perfect way to travel on a budget and explore your own backyard. This simple rule of thumb will make sure they always turn out to be…
