December 20, 2021 — 10:02 AM Somehow, I’ve ended up in a corner of TikTok that can only be described as “the most complicated makeup tutorials known to man.” Every time I open the app to scroll, I’m met with faces dotted with pigments and come with instructions that rival pro-level paint-by-numbers. I’m someone who…
December 20, 2021 — 8:00 AM For years, cold weather was something we avoided—why freeze when we can bundle up with a book and cup of cocoa? But recently, cold has been trending. Cold showers are all the rage, with amazing benefits like relieving symptoms of depression. Everyday people are even jumping in ice baths,…
Everyone should find their own way to resource themselves, because no one size fits all. I started doing sports as a New Year’s resolution for probably the past 25 years, and frankly it is the thing I need to force myself most to keep up. Give me a Dostoevsky instead and I’ll be out of…
The President of the Ingredients Division shares how true human connection can elevate our workplaces. By Boet Brinkgreve, President of Ingredients Division at Firmenich It is important to speak about your own experiences and your own vulnerability. I must have done something wrong in my previous life because I always get into challenging business situations and…
Employees’ mental and physical health continues to remain a priority for company decision makers. Just look at the growing push to stave off the possibility of burnout, which is being felt by 52% of employees, according to an Indeed survey. An overworked staff is a less productive one, leading to drops in productivity that can potentially…
This is the second of a two-part series on the legacy of Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi, contributed by Barbara Schneider. You can read the first one here. When I was in 10th grade, biology was my least favorite subject. We spent a lot of time memorizing a bunch of meaningless words—variables, cause and effect, bacteria. What’s the fun…
Published on December 20, 2021 Noelia Rothery Noelia is an actress, singer/songwriter. She values personal growth and loves sharing her passion with people who strive for excellence like her too. Read full profile Success in life is different for everyone. Success might mean achieving their dream career. It can also mean owning a luxurious home,…
When working from home, it can be easy to let work and home time blend together, so I’ve been practicing a few habits when I need to recharge. First, I set my iPhone and computer to turn off work-related notifications and alerts to indicate the end of my workday at 5:30 p.m. After that, I…
If you’re feeling frustrated and stuck, it’s probably time to make some changes in your life. Otherwise, you’ll likely continue to feel dissatisfied. As Tony Robbins said, “By changing nothing, nothing changes.” It can be difficult to make changes in your life, but if you want a different outcome, it’s necessary. Just as important as “what to do”…
The greatest difference that Microsteps have made to my work and personal life is that they’ve made me more deliberate about my actions, thoughts, and goals. Instead of being a slave to my deadlines, I feel I’m starting to take control of my work. It’s allowed me to be more conscious and controlled in what…
