We're all busy, but sometimes we go through periods where the work piles up and it seems like it might never end. You might have so much work that it's too intimidating to even start. That's when you need to take a step back, take a deep breath, and start prioritizing. This post originally appeared…

How long does it take to become elite at your craft? And what do the people who master their goals do differently than the rest of us? That’s what John Hayes, a cognitive psychology professor at Carnegie Mellon University, wanted to know. For decades, Hayes has been investigating the role of effort,…

We all have goals and dreams, but it can be difficult to stick with them. Each week, I hear from people who say things like, "I start with good intentions, but I can't seem to maintain my consistency

Bad habits are one of the biggest targets for resolutions in the new year, but very prone to failure. Replacing bad habits with new behavior can be tough, but it's not impossible. Here are a few great

When you're working hard to change a habit, develop a skill, or achieve a personal goal, it's hard not to compare yourself to others. Doing so can bring you down or breed hateful thoughts, however, so you're better off comparing yourself to someone you know you've surpassed: the old you. Different…

We consume an enormous amount of sugar, whether consciously or not, but it's a largely misunderstood substance. There are different kinds and different ways your body processes them all. Some consider it poison and others believe it's the sweetest thing on earth. Here's a look at the different forms…

Fitness tracking gadgets are everywhere. Even the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S4 smartphone will have a built-in fitness tracker. Whether they actually do any good is a hotly debated issue. Let's take a look at the types of people who benefit the most from fitness tracking gadgets and apps, and how how…

The fridge door is open and you’re peering inside, feeling bored, lonely or sad. But you’re not actually hungry. Find your real hunger. If you’re not physically hungry, but you’re still feeling drawn to that leftover cheesecake on the top shelf of your fridge, it may mean that you’re hungry for…

As much as we all put on a brave face and go out every day to deal with the jobs and people we may dislike, doing so every day can take a toll on our self esteem. The blog Pick the Brain has a great suggestion for a pick-me-up when you need it: keep a journal of awesomeness, full of the great things…

Clutter can really influence the way you work . If you're too disorganized, everything competes for your attention and makes it hard to work, not to mention influence perceptions of your professionalism . Here are 10 tips for decluttering your workspace and getting organized. Note: This is an update…

Everyone has times in their life when they feel demotivated, lost, and unhappy. You're in a rut, and you don't know how to get out of it. Life may keep piling it on, but here are a few starting points for how you can climb out of your hole and get back on track. This is an awfully big topic, so we…

Some of the most influential people in history kept detailed journals of their lives. Those journals served two purposes: a permanent record for posterity, and cathartic release for the people writing them. Even if you don't think you need either, keeping a journal has great benefits you can enjoy…

Why talk about something so basic? Is there really a need to teach men something most of us have been doing since we were 5? Well, yes, actually. Just look around. How many men do you see sporting a billowy, unkempt-looking shirt? Or what about that guy giving a presentation who unconsciously…

1. Perfectly Smooth HUMMUS smittenkitchen.com Making your own hummus is basically simple — throwing a handful of ingredients in a food processor and pressing the button — but to get that super smooth texture you have to remove the chickpeas from their skins. It’s not particularly fun but it’s…

Loving relationships are the most important factor in a man’s happiness, success, and ability to live a fully flourishing life. And one of the most important factors in creating and sustaining these warm, intimate relationships is communication. Unfortunately, how to communicate with one’s…

If you have to try to be cool, you will never be cool. If you have to try to be happy, then you will never be happy. Happiness, like other emotions, is not something you obtain, but rather something you inhabit. It's the long-term pursuit of your goals and your ideal self that gives you fulfillment.…

Procrastination is something that everyone deals with. It’s hard to place too much blame on ourselves though, as the internet offers an unlimited amount of alternatives to doing our work. Since that’s the case, what are some proven ways to combat procrastination? Let’s take a look! Learn to…

Discover what Metro Manila has to offer for those seeking an alternative way of learning Philippine art, history, and sciences. Here's a guide to 15 museums you should visit in Metro Manila. Schedules, rates, and attractions are included! (Note: the museums are listed in no particular order.) 1. The…

(SPOT.ph) When Frank Zappa said "So many books, so little time," he was probably thinking of the incurable urge of book collectors’ to hoard as many editions of their favorite novels as possible. Raise your hand if you have more than one copy of your favorite book (one for reading, one for display…

We've all been there: that sickening moment halfway through a major project when you realize you can't finish it on your own. Whether it's a DIY project, a work assignment, or something similar, knowing when to back out isn't easy. However, you can ask yourself a few simple questions to help you…

The morning meal is more complicated than you think. 1. You fry eggs in a pan. Scramble eggs in a microwave-safe mug and cook until firm (usually about one minute). You'll get super-fluffy eggs without greasy cooking oil and extra dishes. Kathleen Kamphausen Kathleen Kamphausen 2. You open new…

Do you frequently tell yourself that you'll do better "next time" and then don't change when the time comes? Do you often decide to do something "later" only to find that it never gets done? Poor time management today will only lead to poor time management tomorrow, but here's how you can improve.…

Why do two men from very similar socioeconomic and educational backgrounds sometimes take very different life paths? Is nature or nurture more important in determining a man's success in his relationships and career? What physiological and psychological traits present in a man's younger years…

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The Good Boy, 1837. How to Be Polite Most people don’t notice I’m polite, which is sort of the point. I don’t look polite. I am big and droopy and need a haircut. No soul would associate me with watercress sandwiches. Still, every year or so someone takes me aside and says, you actually are weirdly…

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Students at top colleges, William Deresiewicz writes, are “trapped in a bubble of privilege, heading meekly in the same direction.” Credit Illustration by Harry Campbell I went to college early in this century, when the drug of choice on campus was sleep deprivation. Students trying to do more than…

Odds are someone is searching the web for you right now, or at least has looked you up fairly recently. Do you know what they learned? Better yet, do you control the pages and profiles they visited? If not, it's time to take your online reputation into your own hands instead of leaving it to Google.…

Don’t get mad; get gracious. A follow-up letter after you don’t get the job is so rare, you will stand out and it may lead to future recommendations or another job. Julie Bauke calls it the “big boy/big girl letter.” It’s the gracious letter sent by the candidate who got passed over in the final…

This morning a tiny fly was, true to its name and nature, flying about in the vicinity of my desk. It really was very tiny – a fruit fly, I’d guess. At one point it landed in front of me. I brushed it aside and it resumed flitting about in its patternless path. Then it landed again, and again I…

Listen to or download an audiobook of this story on SoundCloud and iTunes . When my parents informed me that my blood type was A+, I felt a strange sense of pride. If A+ was the top grade in school, then surely A+ was also the most excellent of blood types – a biological mark of distinction. It…

Much of what you hear about the purpose of marriage is ahistorical. Lisa L. Spangenberg on what the institution was traditionally fit for. When the Supreme Court in two separate rulings in June established a basis for state legislatures and electorates to decide whether marriage between two people…

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My obsession with animals preexisted any trauma in my life. As a five-year-old I wrote a fully illustrated book titled Tigger Maskkir about circus animals that revolt and eat the clowns. My teachers thought I was becoming deranged but my mom explained that it had been going on since before the…

MANILA – Who said you have to go out of town to set the mood for romance? Here are some restaurants in Metro Manila that boast of interiors that will surely impress your date not only on Valentine's Day, but at any time of the year. CLASSY 100 Revolving Restaurant Inside 100 Revolving Restaurant.…