There once was a young girl trying to maneuver in a world that felt loud, uncertain, and constantly shifting. That girl was ...

Like it or not, we humans tend to accentuate the negative, a concept known as “negativity bias.” For example, dwelling on unpleasant encounters more than positive ones, responding more strongly to ...

Ever notice how much time we spend trying to clear out physical clutter – those closets, drawers, and attics filled with things we no longer need? But what about the mental clutter that often weighs ...

In the early days of running my business, I struggled with a poor outlook and a negative mindset. I had limited beliefs about my capabilities; in fact, I walked into most situations scared. While I ...

Has anyone ever told you that you’re “too old” for something—too old for a job, too old to switch careers, too old to pick up a new skill? Maybe someone has even been surprised that you’re tech-savvy ...

When we’re having a tough day at work, we are often advised that shifting our mindset can be the solution. We hear things like “focus on the positives,” “you can’t control the world, but you can ...

Some researchers have proposed that a positive mindset includes happiness, confidence, being in control, stability, motivation, and optimism (Barry, Folkard, & Ayliffe, 2014). In particular, a ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Melissa Houston covers financial issues that affect women in business. Success in entrepreneurship isn’t just about strategy, ...