The Declaration of Independence authors cemented into American consciousness that “…Life, Liberty, and the pursuit of Happiness” are universal “unalienable Rights.” Happiness—a state of contentment and well-being—has been the subject of many studies and books, telling us how much we long for it. So often, we chase happiness by achieving what we want. That could […]
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5 Benefits of Kindness: How Being Kind Elevates Our Lives (Infographic)
Kindness feels good. When we are kind with our words or actions, we elevate others as well as ourselves. Poet and author Maya Angelou once said, “I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel.” Kind acts can […]
4 Ways to Fight the Good Fight
By Michael Colon As I sit on the train in New York City while it rattles through the seemingly endless underground highway of tunnels during the morning rush, I realize how privileged I am to fight the good fight. Fighting the good fight means trying our hardest to be better versions of ourselves every day […]
5 Tips to Cultivate Gratitude Daily and Invite Happiness Into Life
By Rei Shen Many of us take our lives for granted. We spend time agonizing over failures and lose confidence in ourselves. But adding a tinge of gratitude can make us happier people. When you proactively reflect on life from a place of gratitude, you start seeing the world in a different light. You realize […]
The Ivy Lee Method: A Simple Way to Double Your Productivity
By Justin Gasparovic Almost everyone struggles with getting things done, but just as many people have trouble with the part that comes before—coming up with a plan for what they need to get done. A well-formed action plan for where to focus your attention is the antidote to disorganization and chaos. When you have a […]