How to decenter work and live a purposeful life: psychology expert
Jodi Wellman, a positive psychology expert, was an executive leader for 17 years but realized that achieving the pinnacle of success wasn’t bringing her any joy. “I was, like many people, achievement-oriented. I tied my sense of self-worth to what I was doing, how much I was producing, what the name on my business card […]
How to break bad digital habits
Smartphones, first introduced in 1992, have become an integral part of our everyday lives — from communicating with loved ones to managing our finances. The frequent use of them and other tech devices can be draining and distracting and still, it is difficult for us to cut down. Americans check their phones 144 times a […]
10 Expert Tips On How To Live A Longer, Healthier Life
What is the secret to–if not eternal life, then a long one, that’s also well-lived? Kathleen Baird-Murray asks the experts for their tips on how to live longer and prioritizing your health. 1. The goal: 10 extra years of a life you love “We have improved longevity,” says Professor Tim Spector OBE, genetic epidemiologist, author […]
How to spot a psychopath, according to the psychologist who’s spent 20 years analyzing America’s most dangerous criminals
When asked by his fifth-grade teacher what he wanted to be when he grew up, Dr Nicholas Kardaras said ‘psychologist.’ But 10 year-old Nicholas had no idea his career treating mental illness would, in 2020, lead him to sit across the table from a teenage killer who stabbed three friends with a utility knife. Corey […]
7 Pro Tips On How To Run Properly, Even If You’re A Complete Novice
You’re either a runner… or you’re not. That was my long held belief until one day I committed to the cause and learned how to become a runner, albeit slowly. The biggest lesson I learned while gradually increasing the length of time I ran (and reducing the amount of time I spent walking) three times […]
How To Wake Up Earlier, Easier And With More Energy
It’s no secret that the way you start your morning can have a profound effect on the hours that follow. Miss your alarm and oversleep? Stressed and frenzied all day. Burst out of bed energetic and refreshed? Poised to take on whatever comes your way. Maybe this is why we’re so endlessly fascinated with the […]
How to design inclusive benefit plans for today’s aging workforce
The workforce has undergone significant change over the past few decades. The labor force of those aged 75 and older is projected to increase by a staggering 96.5% from 2020 to 2030. The U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics reports that in 2022, 23% of employed people over 16 years old were non-White, higher than the […]
How to make weight loss, exercise New Year’s resolutions that last
— After setting New Year’s resolutions, it is those days and weeks after January that can catch up with even the best of intentions. So how do you make your New Year’s resolution stick? Experts say it is important to remember it is a journey, not an overnight fix, especially when it comes to the […]
What I’ve learnt about how to unwind (without feeling guilty)
Unwinding doesn’t come naturally to many. Even in Australia, where we have the reputation for being laid back, most people have to make a concerted effort to prioritise rest and switch off. In addition to the very real demands, responsibilities and costs of living, there can be a pressure to always be working. What if […]
How To Start (And Keep) Healthy Habits
With the New Year soon upon us, there’s lots of conversations around the “New Year, New Me” adage and pressure to commit to resolutions. And while the intent may be positive, the approach can cause unnecessary spirals of fear, guilt or doubt. We’ve tapped mental health experts for advice on how to start a healthy […]