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Peak experiences and creative flow states can be exhilarating and life-altering. They open our eyes to new possibilities and inspire self-assessment, often leading us down a path bursting with potential. However, amid this newfound enthusiasm, many people encounter a sudden drop in momentum. They might find themselves feeling depressed, discouraged …

The potential and quality of reusable software components (RSCs) could impact how we view web sustainability and “green” digital products. However, RSCs are one of the least visible aspects of a software or tech company’s innovation cycle and often stay at the bottom of the business barrel. The term “reusable …

Every time our company brings on a new customer, it’s cause for celebration. But, in my mind, it’s just as satisfying when we get the green light from a current client saying they want to sign on the dotted line for a renewal or extension. In fact, client retention is …

As business leaders, what we say “yes” and “no” to can alter the course of our professional and personal lives. Every “yes” we give and every “no” we give has an unintended consequence. What we have to figure out, however, is when to say “yes” — and when to say …

At a time when mental health awareness has become more prevalent in common topics of conversation, and concurrently at a time in history where the prohibition against mind-altering ancient medicines such as cannabis and psilocybin (magic mushrooms) has begun to end throughout different regions of the world, I started a …

For years, there have been subtle and highly visible changes in the way most major social media platforms operate. Platforms say these changes are in the interests of people and will make the platforms even better. In reality, all these changes are meant to advance an engagement model that promotes …

A long time ago, I sat before a Senate committee at the request of Senator Donna Nesslebush (head of the Rhode Island Coalition of Domestic Violence at the time). The goal was to communicate that bullying/abuse has no age, no gender, no race — it affects all. It’s not only …

Psychedelic-assisted therapies show such promise for intractable mental health conditions like depression, PTSD and addiction that they’ve won bipartisan political support. Prominent researchers and mental health professionals “are starting to wake up to what shamans have been saying for years,” Vittoria D’Alessio writes at Horizon. “Psychoactive substances have immense therapeutic …

In today’s rapidly changing world, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by economic uncertainty, the impact of the national writers’ strike and the looming threat of AI replacing jobs. If you work with celebrity talent, you may be wondering how to navigate these challenges and continue connecting with your fans in …

Running a business is often perceived as an exciting adventure — a chance to pursue dreams, create something meaningful and leave a lasting impact. However, behind the scenes, business owners and operators face an unseen battle against relentless stress and overwhelming pressures. To alleviate some of these pressures and create …