Motivational

Motivational

The Importance of Universal Design for an Equitable Future

In 1952, the U.S. Air Force published a report, “The ‘Average Man’?,” investigating an unexplained increase in fighter jet training mishaps that were resulting in abnormally frequent fatalities and accidents. At the time, the planes were state-of-the-art machines designed to exacting specifications. Everything was considered: pilot error, mechanical error, instructional error. It wasn’t until this

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Tarte’s Dubai Trip and the Tricky Ethics of Influencer Marketing

Of all the viral and internet-breaking moments of the last decade, few have been as unexpected as an influencer trip to Dubai earlier this year.  In mid-January, the cosmetic company Tarte took a group of content creators, including big-name TikTokers like Meredith Duxbury (17.8 million followers), Monet McMichael (3.1 million followers) and Alix Earle (4.8

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‘Bouncing Forward’: Adaptability and the Power of Deliberate Calm

We’ve all learned to be resilient. COVID taught us that if nothing else. We’ve learned to get back up after a setback, keep pressing forward, put in the time, do the work and carry on. The problem is, that’s no longer enough.  Think back to a couple of months ago, before the holidays. You were

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What Is ‘Bare Minimum Monday’ and Will It Work for You?

TikToker Marisa Jo Mayes used to feel “so anxious” every Sunday, dreading the massive task list she had waiting for her on Monday morning. It’s long been called the “Sunday Scaries,” in which Sunday is all about wishing Monday wasn’t just around the corner. For those considering jumping on the “Bare Minimum Monday” bandwagon, here’s

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28 Spring Quotes About Change, Resilience, Hope and Happiness

Spring blooms have, over time, been a symbol for many things, including rejuvenation, new life, new beginnings and happiness. To help you celebrate the season and let the spirit of spring uplift you, we’ve listed 28 springtime quotes to remind you of the good in the world and give you reason to seek joy. Spring

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I Pursued My Passion Later in Life and Surpassed My Wildest Dreams—and You Can, Too

There’s no shortage of publications highlighting our youth—child prodigies, early entrepreneurs and the best 30 under 30. That’s great, but that’s not me. Most of my success was achieved later in life, and I am certain it is the better one. Being a late bloomer, most rites of passage were belated. I learned how to ride

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