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Let’s dive into the fascinating science of presence and postural feedback!

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Power posing is a term coined by Dr. Amy Cuddy and her colleagues to describe the act of adopting an expansive, open body posture to invoke internal psychological and phy...

Remember that kid in high school who could walk into any room and instantly own it? 

The one who somehow made dropping their lunch tray look smooth? 

That person had what Gen Z now calls “aura points”… and honestly, they might be onto something.

If you’ve been scrolling through TikTok lately (or have teens who won’t stop saying “that’s negative aura”), you’ve probably encountered this mysterious social currency. 

But what are aura points, exactly? And why is everyone suddenly calcula...

So you’ve just been asked to write a reference letter for an employee. You know, the thing that could make or break their shot at landing their dream job. No pressure, though!

What exactly should you say? How do you capture their strengths without sounding like you’re reading from a corporate template?

In this guide, you’ll learn how to write a letter of recommendation that’s both genuine and persuasive, with real-world examples, reference letter templates, and insider tips on what hiring ...

You spent hours putting together the perfect resume, crafted a compelling cover letter, and absolutely nailed three rounds of interviews. But there’s one final checkpoint standing between you and that dream job: reference checks.

Or maybe you’re on the other end of the aisle: you’re a hiring manager and your candidate just seems too perfect. Is there a catch?

Either way, reference checks are a powerful opportunity that can make or break a hiring decision. Let’s dive into everything you nee...

You nailed the interview. The recruiter seems excited. Then comes the dreaded line: “Can you provide three professional references?”

Your stomach drops. Who should you ask? What if they say no? And how do you even phrase the request without sounding desperate or pushy?

Asking for a reference doesn’t have to feel awkward or transactional! With the right approach, you can turn this nerve-wracking task into an opportunity to strengthen professional relationships while securing glowing endorse...

When you receive an unexpected text from a loved one, it causes a flood of dopamine, according to Mary Kay Cocharo, licensed marriage and family therapist. In other words, sending that perfect good morning text is a great way to make them feel pleasure and satisfaction.

Look no further if you want to express your feelings toward your special someone and help perk their day up. This article’ll give you ideas for every good morning text you might want to send her.

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Some people just seem to have all the luck, don’t they? 

But what if I told you that learning how to get lucky isn’t about mystical forces or being born under a lucky star? 

In this guide, you’ll discover 14 proven strategies to make your own luck and become one of those people who always seems to be in the right place at the right time.

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You know that friend who somehow makes grocery shopping feel like an adventure? Or that coworker who walks into Monday morning meetings like they’re strutting onto a stage? They’ve got main character energy, and honestly, it’s kind of magnetic.

Here’s what nobody tells you: most of us are walking around feeling like extras in our own lives. We say “yes” when we mean “no.” We dim our personalities to fit in. We wait for permission to want what we want. And then we wonder why life feels like it...

Have you ever wondered how quickly an entire world can crumble? How traditions passed down for generations can vanish in what feels like a moment?

Chinua Achebe’s masterpiece Things Fall Apart, published in 1958, explores these questions through the lens of pre-colonial Nigeria. This novel shows us an entire way of life while examining the devastating impact of cultural collision.

In this article, we’ll break down each chapter of this literary classic, exploring its themes, characters, and...

Have you ever wondered why some habits seem impossible to break, while others propel people, companies, and even societies to extraordinary success?

Charles Duhigg’s transformative book, The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business, uncovers the science of habits and how they shape every aspect of our lives. 

Published in 2012, this New York Times bestseller draws on cutting-edge research and real-world stories and provides a comprehensive framework to unlock your best sel...