As a trait, purpose appears to have evolved in humans so that we can accomplish big things together—which may be why having a powerful sense of purpose is linked to better physical and mental health. Purpose is adaptive, in an evolutionary sense. It helps both individuals and the species to survive. Yet when it comes to our own sense of purpose, many of us are at a loss. We struggle to know what role we play in the bigger scheme of things....

These days, slick back hair can look both futuristic and fresh. Especially when teamed with more feminine spring florals, it provides a welcome, unique contrast. The best part: It’s super easy and unexpected for the season, earning it a trillion more style points in our books! Read on to learn more about how you can create slick back hair. How to Wear Slick Back Hair How to Wear Slick Back Hair...

If so, you’re in good company. In this video from Ted-Ed, narrator Elizabeth Cox explains how feeling like a fraud is a phenomenon that plagues many successful people. She points to writer Maya Angelou and physicist Albert Einstein, both of whom believed they didn’t deserve the attention their work received. “Accomplishments at the level of Angelou’s or Einstein’s are rare, but their feeling of fraudulence is extremely common,” Cox says. This unwarranted sense of insecurity is known as imposter syndrome....

At the University of Miami, my research team and I study the impact of mindfulness training on high-demand groups like soldiers, first responders, and elite athletes. We research questions about their psychological and cognitive resilience, as well as their ability to perform at their best when circumstances are extraordinarily stressful. The bad news is that over high-stress intervals, their mood sours, cognition fails, and performance suffers as they go on autopilot....

Bright and Cheery Decorative Boxes Bright and Cheery Decorative Boxes Just check out those printables?! Adorable flowers and bright cheery text?! This decorative gift box is practically a gift in and of itself. Your mailed gift will be a joy to open from beginning to end. That’s what decorative gift boxes are all about! Making the recipient feel special and loved as much as you possibly can. Also, a big thank you to Courtney, of All Things Bright and Beautiful, who designed this gorgeous collection of cheerful greetings....