We are emotional beings, and how we experience the world can change in an instant depending on what mood we’re in. Being able to express, but also manage our emotions so they don’t ruin our day or even our life is a fine balancing act. One which requires a level of self-awareness and knowledge about…
Remind yourself that you are work in progress, though keep taking action even though it’s not perfect. You don’t need the ‘perfect’ situation/scenario to move forward. Being imperfect also allows others to be imperfect and it releases a lot of internal pressure within. Feel the fear and do it anyways. It can be scary to…
Writing, like running, is often used as an example of operating in a flow state, in which one is deeply focused and performing optimally. Last fall, while in just such a flow state, I wrote a series of short essays about time constraints, venture capital as a team sport, and the lessons I’ve taken with…
⌄ Scroll down to continue ⌄ The law of diminishing returns is one of the most important principles in the world of economics. It helps you find the right balance in production in your organization. Regardless of the products or services you provide, understanding the law of diminishing returns will have a huge impact on…
Want to improve your mindset? Look at the big picture, separate yourself, let it go, keep moving forward and give yourself a pat on the back for all of your efforts! Thrive invites voices from many spheres to share their perspectives on our Community platform. Community stories are not commissioned by our editorial team, and…
⌄ Scroll down to continue ⌄ Life after divorce is a mix of so many emotions. It can feel like you are putting out fires all over the place. There are so many things to consider when starting over again after a divorce. Once the dust settles, you may begin thinking about dating. Dating in…
Work Friendships Are Commonplace. Gallup found that people who have one best friend at work are more engaged and productive. It will be interesting to see if people are finding more friendships at work or if there continues to be a stark separation between work and life. When it comes to designing the future of work,…
If you’ve found yourself ruminating on a secret that’s causing you distress, one of the most effective ways to reduce its hold on you is to confide in another person. After all, a trusty confidant can create a helpful space for you to share what’s been taking up a lot of your mental energy; oftentimes,…
Have you ever seen your foundation pill or flake right off the skin almost instantly upon application? Or maybe you’ve broken a sweat only to watch your makeup drip off your face in beads. While you may at first assume your foundation is faulty in itself, that’s not always the case. The science of makeup…
⌄ Scroll down to continue ⌄ Mindfulness is an act of being aware. If you can be aware of your environment and things in your life, then having a mindfulness journal will do good for your mental health. Mindfulness also allows you to evaluate your present moment. There are different techniques to practice mindfulness, and…
