How A Small Device Can Help Monitor and Reduce Stress
Occupational burnout is a major issue that our society faces today. One intervention for this stress comes in the form of technology.
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Aug 28, 20203 min read
Boost Your Persuasiveness with Body Language
Body language is an essential part of any convincing argument. Let’s examine 5 key types of body language and how to use each type.
Aug 20, 20204 min read
Speed Reading is a Myth. Here’s Why.
Let’s look at how psychology debunks speed reading, and how to actually optimize your reading efficiency.
Aug 17, 20205 min read
Criticism with Care: How to Give Constructive Feedback
Nadia Mokadem So your intern hasn’t been performing up to standards. What’s the best way to address their poor performance? Well, you’ve...
Jul 31, 20204 min read
Speaking Freely: How to Prevent Group Polarization
Sometimes, groups end up supporting extreme viewpoints and risky decisions. And the concept of group polarization helps us understand why.
Jul 31, 20205 min read
3 Reasons to Stop Using The Myers-Briggs Personality Model
Evidence suggests that the MBTI oversimplifies our true personalities, lacks reliability, and fails to predict workplace performance.
Jul 25, 20206 min read
Do Nootropics Actually Make You Smarter?
An inside look at the world of biohacking, nootropics, and cognitive enhancing drugs. Image Credit: Nadia Mokadem Nootropics are...
Jul 21, 20202 min read
“Get High on Your Own Supply” with the Wim Hof Breathing Technique
We all breathe, but we rarely take advantage of the benefits that certain breathing methods can have on our well-being. When done...
Jul 21, 20204 min read
A Biofeedback Hack: Controlling Stress Through Resonant Breathing
Previously, we’ve explored the basics of heart rate variability (HRV) and how it can serve as a useful tool for monitoring physical and...
Jul 16, 20202 min read
The 3 Most Effective Breathing Exercises To Combat Stress
“Just Breathe” may sound like an infuriating suggestion when you are feeling overwhelmed. But when done correctly, breathing may be the...
Jul 7, 20205 min read
Sleep and Exercise on Heart Rate Variability
In previous articles, we’ve spoken to the basics of heart rate variability (HRV) and the actions we can take to improve it. As a...
Jul 7, 20202 min read
How to Slash Stress Levels by 60% in a Matter of Seconds
There are plenty of great stress-reducing techniques out there. However, many methods (e.g. meditation, yoga, daily exercise) take time...
Jul 5, 20203 min read
Aromatherapy: Smell Success
Do you want an inexpensive, stress-reducing tool that not only restores your physical body but your emotional well-being as well? Try...
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