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Want a Mood-Booster That's Better Than Chocolate? Try These Small Acts of Kindness Jun 09, 2021

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Turns out random acts of kindness are not so random. Science says they can improve the mood of both giver and recipient. Catherine Sanderson, professor of psychology at Amherst, and author of Positive Psychology: The Science of Happiness, tells why—and suggests some easy acts to do.

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The Woman Who Ruled the 1932 Olympics Jun 08, 2021

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She was one of the greatest athletes—ever—and when Babe Didrikson Zaharias competed in the 1932 Los Angeles Olympics she set four world records in track and field. Next month’s Olympics will show us more amazing women athletes, and they can all learn a lesson from the immortal Babe.

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How to Get in the Flow—and Get Happy Jun 07, 2021

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“The flow” is those occasions when you’re so immersed in your task that time flies by unnoticed. We revisit this episode with Dr. Paula Caligiuri, Professor of International Business and Strategy at Northeastern School of Business, who tells why the flow is so satisfying—and how to make it happen.

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They're Helping America Get Vaccinated Jun 04, 2021

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Ever since the pandemic began, this country's medical workers have been overwhelmed with work. So when the Covid vaccine started rolling out, Yale medical student Danielle Miyagishima saw a way to help relieve that burden. The result was a student-led nonprofit called S-PHASEC that's getting vaccines into arms.

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A Lesson in Strategic Planning Jun 03, 2021

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How do you turn your genius idea into a real business or project? We got a valuable lesson in long-range planning from Nicole Gibbons, founder of Clare, which sells beautiful household paint online and offers customers a hassle-free experience.

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How to Ask for What you Want—and Get It Jun 02, 2021

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Asking for exactly what you want isn't always easy, but it's important to do. We revisit this episode with executive coach Dr. Palena Neale, who tells why we need to share our authentic voices. She also gives three tips that will make your next ask easier—and more likely to get a "yes."

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How to Work Smarter, Not Harder Jun 01, 2021

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If it seems like there aren’t enough hours in the day, maybe it’s time to take a step back and look at what you’re doing. We get great advice from two busy physicians who know how to make every minute count: Dr. Adaira Landry and Dr. Resa Lewiss.

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The New Etiquette of the New Covid Normal May 28, 2021

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To hug or not to hug? Is it rude to keep your mask on when meeting a new person? As things open up, we’re facing new social dilemmas every day. We get the answers to our post-Covid etiquette questions from Jodi Smith, founder of the consultancy Mannersmith and author of The Etiquette Book: A Complete Guide to Modern Manners.

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The Terrifying Flight That Made Amelia Earhart’s Name May 27, 2021

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Eighty-nine years ago this month, Amelia Earhart flew solo across the Atlantic—and into the history books. That flight was a harrowing experience. Hear what she had to endure to become the first woman—and second person—to make that journey.

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Yes, Even the Pandemic Has Silver Linings May 26, 2021

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Just about everyone will be happy to see the pandemic wane, but it has brought some benefits. Dr. Robin Kowalski, a professor of psychology at Clemson University, surveyed Americans and found some surprising bright spots. Learn what she discovered.

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