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Think Twice before Shouting Your Virtues Online – Moral Grandstanding Is Toxic
People who act holier than thou aren't necessarily better than the rest of us. In fact, their moral grandstanding may be driving society apart.
Confucius Has a Message for Leaders Who Want to Succeed: Reflect
The ancient Chinese teacher called reflection the best way to become wise, yet we rarely consider it a core trait of a great leader. It's time for that to change.
Work Is a Fundamental Part of Being Human. Robots Won’t Stop Us Doing It
As machine automation and artificial intelligence surge, there's paranoia our jobs will be overrun by robots. But even if this happens, work won't disappear, because humans need it.
How Putting Purpose into Your New Year’s Resolutions Can Bring Meaning and Results
New Year's resolutions are often no more than good ideas that last a few weeks. Research suggests, however, that putting purpose behind your resolutions can make a big difference. Here's how.
Is It Weird to Wear Leggings at Work?
Women put up with a lot at the office. At least grant us elastic waistbands.
Three Theories for Why You Have No Time
Better technology means higher expectations, and higher expectations create more work.
How to Deal with Holiday Loneliness and Isolation
The holiday season "can bring up past difficult holidays, amplify challenges related to loneliness and disconnection, and just bring people down."
How to Avoid Sleep Disruptions During the Holiday Season
Travel, activity, and lots of time with friends and family can take a toll on your sleep during the holiday season. Here are some tips to get your shut-eye.
Data Evangelists Spread the Word on Boosting Government Performance
A recent gathering of state and local officials had the feel of an old time revival.
How You Can Get Better at Picking Creative Ideas
"We're probably all killing a lot of our best ideas early in the creative process without knowing it."
‘Blue’ Space: Access to Water Features Can Boost City Dwellers’ Mental Health
Research into public health benefits of integrating nature into cities has focused on green spaces. New studies suggest water features are just as useful and can piggyback on other infrastructure goals.
Why When You Eat Might Be as Important as What You Eat
An NIH-funded study showed that participants who limited daily food intake to a 10-hour period lost on average 3 percent of their weight and about 3 percent of their abdominal fat.
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