Focus on right now, not the distant future, to stay motivated and on track to your long-term health goals

Long-term goals can be hard to stick to if the benefits are only way off in the future. Research suggests ways to focus on the here and now to help you ultimately achieve your more far-off targets.

Paul Stillman, Assistant Professor of Marketing, San Diego State University • conversation
Jan. 4, 2024 • ~9 min

Keeping a streak alive can be strong motivation to stick with a chosen activity

A streak can motivate you to keep on keeping on with behaviors ranging from praying to running to sharing pictures on social media. Here’s what goes into making them so compelling.

Danny Weathers, Professor of Marketing, Clemson University • conversation
Dec. 26, 2023 • ~9 min

​7 ways to get proactive about climate change instead of feeling helpless: Lessons from a leadership expert

To learn to be more proactive, start by viewing yourself as someone who cares about the environment and the future.

Thomas S. Bateman, Professor Emeritus of Organizational Behavior, University of Virginia • conversation
Nov. 10, 2021 • ~9 min

Going beyond 'back to normal' – 5 research-based tips for emerging from pandemic life

After more than a year of idealizing life without COVID-19, people are starting to reenter 'normal' life. Clinical psychology provides guidance on how to prepare for your post-pandemic reboot.

Bethany Teachman, Professor of Psychology, University of Virginia • conversation
May 27, 2021 • ~8 min

The urge to punish is not only about revenge – unfairness can unleash it, too

Unfairness alone is upsetting enough to drive people to punish lucky recipients of unfair outcomes.

Paul Deutchman, PhD Candidate in Psychology, Boston College • conversation
Sept. 30, 2020 • ~6 min

Working from home? Here are five ways to reduce procrastination and be productive

Rehearse how you will respond to interruptions.

Fuschia Sirois, Reader in Health Psychology, University of Sheffield • conversation
March 20, 2020 • ~6 min

How hope can keep you healthier and happier

Hope can be acquired. How? Here are some suggestions from an expert.

Everett Worthington, Emeritus Commonwealth Professor of Psychology, Virginia Commonwealth University • conversation
March 18, 2020 • ~6 min

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