The big thinkers at Aperture explore how stoicism teaches mastery over control.

Self-control can feel like an uphill battle. Whether it’s resisting the urge to eat that extra slice of cake when you’re uncomfortably full or holding back from sending a hasty text, the struggle to ...

People who can delay gratification and master their impulses thrive in life. And experts say that you can learn skills to rein in bad habits. By Christina Caron We tend to respect and even idolize ...

Boróka Bó receives funding from Enterprise Ireland. She has previously received funding from the National Science Foundation and held a Soros Fellowship. Kamila Kolpashnikova receives funding from ...

The new year is a time when we all try to turn over a new leaf by getting rid of bad habits and developing new ones in their place. But as we all know from personal experience, most New Year’s ...

Accepting that most things are out of our control can be tough, but there's freedom and peace in letting go, Shunmyo Masuno says. Masuno is a Zen Buddhist monk and recently published a new book titled ...

Mastering self-control can feel like an uphill battle, especially in a world full of distractions and instant gratification. Self-control is a vital skill that touches every aspect of life, from ...

Young professionals should treat their first few years of work as a "paid residency," focusing on self-discovery and exploration. Build a learning ecosystem through diverse mentorships and peer ...

Volume: This is how quietly or loudly you’re speaking. The volume of your voice will change depending on the situation and whatever emotions you may be feeling—and it can affect how other people ...