Wellbeing

Wellbeing

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6mins
MakeLoveNotPorn founder Cindy Gallop says women need to stop giving a damn what people think.
Unlikely Collaborators
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There are steps we can take to create a new paradigm that will help shift society's attitude towards women in the workplace.
A person wearing a paper bag with a smiley face on it, exuding an air of happiness.
Instead of fear, his delusions bring him cheer. His psychiatrist embraces them.
An older man pondering with his hand on his chin, contemplating effective altruism.
8mins
Effective altruism isn’t just for the rich. Philosopher Peter Singer shares how we can all be better at doing “good.”
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When science is a source of spirituality in people’s lives, they feel happy and engaged.
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The anxieties underpinning the Great Resignation were simmering for a long time. Here’s a solution.
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Bad news: Sleeping in on the weekends probably won't cut it.
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How the simple act of watching twilight can radically transform our perception of the world and our role within it.
John Templeton Foundation
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A study involving nearly 2,000 people found links between personality traits and the likelihood of moving toward or away from dementia.
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Stoicism is popular today but often misunderstood and misapplied. In fact, a naive interpretation of Stoicism is damaging to your well-being.
A man wearing a red headscarf sleeps against a tree with an open book in hand, while a dog lies nearby on the grass. A basket and fishing rod rest beside him.
6mins
Hustle culture is part of our DNA — but it’s making us unhappy. Yale psychologist Laurie Santos explains how to escape your inner drill sergeant and find peace in imperfection.
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6mins
Knowing your key strengths can make you happy in anything you do. Here’s how to identify them.
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3mins
Age expert Dr. Morgan Levine explains why living to 100 is the wrong goal.
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From smartphone envy to life dissatisfaction, the root cause of much unhappiness is that we are wired to imagine how things could be better.
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These core teachings make an ideal starting point for exploring Buddhist philosophy.
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6mins
If you don’t feel better after the weekend, the “burnout paradox” could explain why.
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Impossible standards and poor self-understanding are making us miserable.
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“Uitwaaien” is a popular activity around Amsterdam—one believed to have important psychological benefits.
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Neuroscientists and artists alike are making the case that we could transform the world through psychedelics.
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8mins
Your brain isn’t wired for happiness — but you can change that, explains Yale scientist Laurie Santos.
John Templeton Foundation
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Intelligence is not fixed but fluid. A growth mindset allows our brains to flourish while lowering our stress levels.
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De-urbanized lifestyles can be aligned with basic Taoist principles — and remote workers are starting to feel the connection.
Neuroscience suggests that it's way better to give than to receive — and high performing people agree.
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1hr 25mins
Richard Reeves explains the big problems facing men today — and why no one is talking about them.
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Our bodies crave more food if we haven’t had enough protein, and this can lead to a vicious cycle.
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Journaling helped Marcus Aurelius cultivate the emotional intelligence necessary to steer Rome through turbulent times.
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The lack of friendship is particularly a problem for men. But there are easy ways to make friends.