Fresh and useful insights from psychology research
Authenticity can be tricky to master. Research shows that being able to be yourself at work improves your wellbeing, engagement, performance. It’s one of our six proven career strategies –…
As humans, we are biased to the status quo. A wealth of studies show that the status quo option is the most preferred in all kinds of decision making –…
We know mid-life is a uniquely challenging time, but it’s also a key pivotal time. The choices you make now really matter. Author and careers coach, Laura Walker, shares insights…
I am no longer waiting…This photo was taken last year in Australia. I’d always wanted to go and finally went for it aged 53! Visiting my daughter and step son…
This week, I was described as “a badass woman”. I confess I had to check if that was a good thing and was reassured it was! I’ve been called other…
You can tell I really enjoyed Dr Lucy Ryan‘s new book by the number of page markers! Not just because it’s relevant to my own PhD research (which it is), but…
If you experience imposter syndrome, you are not alone. Research shows it’s a very common experience – especially for intelligent, talented, and successful people. Imposter syndrome was identified in the…
The need to belong is primal—a basic human need like food or shelter. The impact of belonging, and not belonging, is profound and strongly connected to both confidence and wellbeing.…
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