There are signs that both on personal and organizational levels having in-person meaningful, deep conversations have declined. Some have attributed it to the forceable isolation occasioned by the COVID pandemic, and some have pointed to the increased use of digital communication devices which long preceded the pandemic. …

America is currently experiencing a crisis in male identity, as the traditional concept of masculinity is under scrutiny and siege. November 19 is International Men’s Day. It is a global awareness day for many issues men face, including men’s health, gender relations, male role models, and positive expressions of masculinity…

How well do you know yourself? Is your self-assessment accurate compared to what others would say? What prevents you from having accurate self-knowledge? How would you go about developing a more accurate self-assessment? Those are all important questions, the answers to which have a greater impact on your self-mastery. The…

New research published by the American Psychological Association shows that when given a choice, 40% of people prefer not to know how their actions affect others, often using this ignorance to justify selfish behavior. “Examples of such willful ignorance abound in everyday life, such as when consumers ignore information about…

The concept of the “American Dream,” deeply embedded in the United States’ national consciousness, suggests that anyone can achieve prosperity through dedication and ambition. However, the current generation of young Americans needs help surpassing their parents’ earnings, and the U.S. needs to catch up to other developed countries regarding upward…

As millions of people around the world, especially in Western countries, observe Remembrance Day, let’s not forget the real victims of war — civilians. The continuing carnage in Gaza and Ukraine bears witness to this fact. The History of Civilian Casualties During armed conflicts, despite technological advancements, the European Council’s European Security Strategy, established in…

Extroverts are known for their social skills and engaging relationships. Yet, the assumption is made that they must be good listeners. That is not true, according to recent research. A series of studies published in the Personality and Social Psychology Bulletin by Francis J. …

Browse through editions of The Wall Street Journal, Forbes, or any global business publication on a given day, and there’s a strong likelihood you’ll encounter an article probing the justification for the substantial earnings of CEOs at major corporations. The debate over executive pay isn’t novel, tracing its roots to…

Every group or organization, you’ll find that some people have more confidence than others. And the reverse is also true, although less common where the norm is modesty and humility. Consider the !Kung hunters of the Kalahari Desert, known for their humility and often understate their successes. Economic, social and…