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What Does It Mean to Be Self-Actualized in the 21st Century?
New research links self-actualization to optimal creativity, well-being and self-transcendence
Fixing the Hated Open-Design Office
Open-office designs create productivity and health problems. New insights from Deaf and autistic communities could fix them
Mindfulness Can Improve Your Attention and Health
A focus on the present, dubbed “mindfulness,” can make you happier and healthier. Training to deepen your immersion in the moment works by improving attention
What if Doctors Stopped Prescribing Weight Loss?
Focusing on body size isn’t making people healthier. Some clinicians are trying a different approach
In Defense of the Psychologically Rich Life
It involves complex mental engagement; a wide range of deep, intense emotions; and diverse, novel and interesting experiences
You Can Conquer Burnout
Job satisfaction is a surprisingly fragile state. Here’s how to protect yourself against the top contributors to burnout
Adolescent Brains Are Wired to Want Status and Respect: That's an Opportunity for Teachers and Parents
Advances in neuroscience and psychology could lead to real-world benefits in education and mental health
Humans Evolved to Be Friendly
Cooperation made Homo sapiens the last human species standing
Play Is Serious Business for Elephants
Young dogs, apes and other animals develop skills needed to survive and reproduce
Why Your Brain Needs Exercise
The evolutionary history of humans explains why physical activity is important for brain health
Enhance Your Resilience
Scientists have compiled evidence-based tactics for building resilience. Among them: rethink adversity, forge close friendships and tackle novel challenges
Creativity Is Collective
Personal experiences and character traits alone may not be enough to produce a prodigy. It takes a village
The Aha! Moment
A step-by-step guide to your next creative breakthrough
Spark Creativity with Thomas Edison's Napping Technique
Waking yourself from the twilight state just before sleep may help you to solve a challenging problem, a study shows