Cultivating empathy Psychologists’ research offers insight into why it’s so important to practice the “right” kind of empathy, and how to grow
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I’ll start with this question: Why do you want what you want? The Japanese philosophy of ikigai describes a person’s reason for being and purpose in life. Stemming from the words iki, meaning “alive,” and gai, meaning “worth,” it’s the
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Many high performers often dread the B word. No, not that one. We’re talking about being dubbed a beginner. It can be intimidating and discouraging to feel like you’re out of your depth or
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“The story was writing itself and I was having a hard time keeping up with it.” —Ernest Hemingway You’ve probably heard famous people talk about how their best performances happened when they
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I used to commute to downtown Chicago by train every day. At first, I enjoyed this new facet of life. The novelty of the experience made it fun and exciting. But that fresh feeling quickly washed away,
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“Yikes. I have no idea what I’m doing.” That’s often the first thought when we embark on something new — whether it’s a location, place of employment, or skill. The anxiety of
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In Zen Buddhism, there is a concept called “beginner’s mind.” This refers to the attitude of approaching something with a fresh perspective as if you were seeing it for the first time.
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A Personal Perspective: Even small acts of kindness help build a better world. KEY POINTS We can choose to spread kindness or grumpiness; our choice impacts others as well as ourselves. Kindness
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Have you ever experienced that uplifting feeling after performing a random act of kindness? Whether it’s as simple as holding the door open or treating a friend to coffee, these small gestures
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Today, November 13th, is World Kindness Day, which kicks off World Kindness Week. It’s an important time to remember how much kindness and positivity impact our well-being and the lives of those
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The Power of Kindness in a Turbulent World Ina world of untold struggles and hidden pains, kindness is no longer a mere virtue; it has become a lifeline. Many of us wake
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Have you ever been in a conversation where the other person seemed uninterested or repeatedly didn’t grasp your point? Chances are you felt unheard and possibly frustrated. Now picture a scenario where
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