How to be effective and calm (Cultivating Acceptance)

“What would it be like if I could accept life, accept this moment, exactly as it is?” — Tara Brach Why it works Tara Brach (pictured) is a clinical psychologist, meditation teacher, and author who blends mindfulness with modern psychology. In her eponymous New York Times bestseller, she defines Radical Acceptance as the willingness to … Continued

How to build enduring drive (Rethinking Motivation)

“Desire is persistent, but happiness is fleeting.” — Daniel Z. Lieberman Why it works Daniel Z. Lieberman (pictured) is a professor of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at George Washington University. He is one of the world’s leading experts on the science of motivation and reward and the author of the international bestseller The Molecule of More. His … Continued

How to do hard things (Reversal of Desire)

“The Comfort Zone is supposed to keep your life safe, but what it really does is keep your life small.” — Phil Stutz Why it works Phil Stutz (pictured) is known for his unconventional and highly practical approach to therapy, and he’s one of the most influential therapists of our time. Based in Los Angeles, … Continued

How to break bad habits (3 Proven Steps)

“Time management is pain management.” — Nir Eyal Why it works Nir Eyal (pictured) is a leading expert on habit formation and focus. A former startup founder and Stanford lecturer, he’s best known for his bestselling books Hooked and Indistractable, which explore how habits form and how to regain control over our attention. Nir has also been one … Continued

How to avoid Zoom Fatigue (3 Simple Fixes)

“Just because you can use video doesn’t mean you have to.” — Jeremy Bailenson Why it works Jeremy Bailenson (pictured) is a Professor of Communication at Stanford University and the founding director of the Virtual Human Interaction Lab. As one of the world’s leading experts on how digital environments shape the human mind, his research … Continued

How to break limiting beliefs (The Work)

“A thought is harmless unless we believe it.” — Byron Katie Why it works Byron Katie (pictured) is an American author and speaker whose work has helped millions of people find greater clarity and peace of mind. In her 2002 book Loving What Is: Four Questions That Can Change Your Life, she introduced a method called The Work. The … Continued

How to stop worrying for good (The Pennebaker Protocol)

“Human relationships are not rocket science — they are far, far more complicated.” — James W. Pennebaker Why it works James W. Pennebaker (pictured) is a Professor Emeritus of Psychology at the University of Texas at Austin. He’s widely regarded as one of the most influential researchers in health psychology. His work has been featured … Continued

How to create your dream life (The Three-Year Vision)

“To make better decisions today that create happier tomorrows, we need to find ways to close the gap between our current and future selves.” — Hal Hershfield Why it works Hal Hershfield (pictured) is a Professor of Marketing, Behavioral Decision Making, and Psychology at UCLA’s Anderson School of Management. After completing his PhD in psychology at … Continued

How to accomplish any goal (The Three Questions)

“Decide what you stand for. And then stand for it, all the time.” — Clayton Christensen Why it works Clayton Christensen (pictured) was a Harvard Business School professor and one of the most influential business thinkers of our time. He was best known for his theory of Disruptive Innovation: the idea that new entrants often succeed not … Continued

How to transform your life (The Three Alarms)

“Every action you take is a vote for the type of person you wish to become.” —James Clear Why it works James Clear (pictured) is an American author and speaker best known for his 2018 book Atomic Habits. It has sold over 20 million copies, making it one of the best-selling non-fiction books of the 21st century. … Continued