When we lived as hunter-gatherers, we always sought two basic social needs. The first is belonging, which led us to the group and, eventually, to live in cities and countries. The second is management. Communities were dependent on the leader (or leaders) to steer them and create a system that helps the community flourish. Today,…
Turning off electronics and relaxing can be all it takes to get a great night of zzz’s and wake up refreshed. By Elaine Lipworth, Senior Content Writer at Thrive Global Black woman sleeping in bed It’s no secret that a good night’s sleep is essential for every aspect of our well-being. Science has shown categorically that…
Based on the extensive research published in the last 10 years, humility in leadership can be thought of in terms of three main building blocks: how you understand yourself (self-awareness, self-reflection and vulnerability); how you understand your relationships with others (open-mindedness, appreciation of others, and generosity); and how you understand your place in the universe…
Whether you are leading your life, leading a family, leading a company, the one consistent element is you. By Barbara Waxman, Leadership Coach, Gerontologist, Life Stage Expert, Angel Investor Getty Images Have you ever had a song stuck in your head? For me, it’s usually a snappy tune with singable lyrics —a song that holds meaning in some…
Everyone experiences emotional highs and lows throughout their lives. When we receive the call that we got the job, we are happy and may want to celebrate. When we hear that our company will be issuing layoffs, we become dismayed. Buying a new car generally produces a good feeling, but when it breaks down on…
Regardless of the place and colour of the aggressors and assailants racism and hatred are potentially present in every human being. When the economic and media system there is no longer any thought or reason, more than the reptilian brain and no longer any bulwark for the expression of hatred. This Wednesday, May 27, international…
This book is for anyone who wants to achieve better personal and organizational effectiveness and fruitful business relationships. It is designed to give both the theoretical knowledge and the tools for action to change your organization’s power dynamics. To operate in a global environment that is increasingly relational than transactional, it is vital to cultivate…
Of all your relationships, the one you have with your romantic partner likely requires more work. To stay happily together long term, you need to put effort into things like attunement and managing conflict—and that’s in addition to handling outside stressors like work and finances as a team. With so much going in the world,…
As winter weather sets in and we crank up the heat for the season, the air in our homes can quickly become stale, and maybe even a little musty. It’s no secret that breathing in fresh air is important to overall health, so how do we get it in the wintertime? We asked an expert,…
Our editors have independently chosen the products listed on this page. If you purchase something mentioned in this article, we may earn a small commission. January 9, 2022 — 11:08 AM Memory isn’t always accurate; sometimes details are spotty, which can make recalling a name or conversation something resembling a brain teaser. Then there are…
