Can Gratitude Help You Quit Smoking?
A new study suggests that feelings of gratitude help reduce people’s desire to smoke and encourage them to get help quitting.
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How Being Distracted May Lead You to Overindulge
A new study finds that when people multitask, they enjoy pleasant activities less and tend to overindulge afterward to compensate.
There’s a Gene That Influences How Trusting You Are
Trust could help us live longer and benefit our health—but how much is it determined by our genes?
Are Your Habits and Beliefs Self-Destructive?
A new book argues that many of us are stuck in old, unhelpful patterns—but we can improve our lives by finding our intuition and authenticity.
How Everyday Rituals Can Add Meaning to Your Life
A new book illustrates how rituals can improve our lives and relationships, and how to create and recognize your own rituals.
Feeling Lost? Here Are Four Steps to Finding Your Path
There are times in life when we lose our direction. Here are some research-tested ways to figure out a way forward.
What’s Wrong With Too Much Self-Control?
Self-control isn’t always a good thing. Being "overcontrolled" can be bad for your mental health.
How to Make Hollywood (and America) More Humane
Hollywood taking steps toward a less toxic workplace culture would have ripple effects on the culture of the United States.