Anyone who’s perpetually stressed about how things get done or thrives off a clear plan has probably been told to loosen up and learn how to be less controlling. Thanks to its loaded connotation, ...

When we talk about our personality, many of us treat it as a fixed, unchanging part of us. But the truth is our personality can evolve and often does, even without us deliberately trying. For example, ...

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Medical professionals aren’t exactly sure why an optimistic outcome leads to greater longevity. But when it comes to greater business success, research provides some clues. In a fascinating study, a ...

Want to stay current with Arthur’s writing? Sign up to get an email every time a new column comes out. Do you have charisma? Would your life be better if you had more? Or is it, like fame, a blessing ...