Ask a group of experts why it is hard to lose weight, and you'll likely hear some of the following answers: Diets don't work because people can't stick to them. Our metabolism fights back, causing ...

“Anything is possible if you set your mind to it.” “If you can believe it, you can do it.” “All our dreams can come true, if we have the courage to pursue them.” If you’ve heard any of these popular ...

A glass-half-full approach to life is better than being pessimistic, but science says there’s one important caveat. Many people come to therapy burdened with a sense of constant disappointment in ...

Positivity is more than just a mindset—it is a powerful tool that can influence every aspect of life. Embracing positivity allows individuals to face challenges with resilience, improve mental health, ...

Scientists have found that taking a playful approach to life doesn’t mean you don’t take your situation seriously, but it can mean you cope with it better. By surveying people about their experiences ...

Semistructured interviews revealed a number of issues that influenced these caregivers' ability to cope. These issues (or factors) were conceptualized under 5 broad thematic categories: (1) the ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I cover positive change for individuals and organizations. Following a needed reinvention that resulted from the pandemic, there ...

“Boo! Republican Marshall Coleman wants to control your reproductive rights!” It was Halloween 1989, and the election for Virginia governor was coming to a close. Attending law school in Richmond that ...

Aging with dignity involves mindful habits and consistency. We explore Jennifer Aniston’s approach at 56 to preserving ...