How to deliver an authentic apology

A simple framework for delivering a short, sincere “I’m sorry,” from criminal defense attorney...

How to make your small wins work for you

The internet has inflated people’s expectations about what success looks like — any achievement...

Dear Guy: “My friends and I bond by complaining, but it’s getting me down”

Welcome to “Dear Guy,” TED’s advice column from psychologist Guy Winch. Every month, he answers...

Some advice on coming out

“In a perfect world, I believe that members of the LGBT community shouldn’t have to come out,”...

Do you take things personally? Here’s how to stop

Let’s say I’m trying to find a specific location so I’m driving really slowly. The person in the...

Is it safe to fly? Two scientists tell you what you need to know

We don’t know about you, but we’re ready to travel. And that typically means flying. We have been...

Don’t get fooled or conned again — 5 tactics to look out for

People and businesses routinely use five techniques to get us to do what they want, says...

Why you should stop thinking of your kids’ gaming time as wasted time

One evening, I called my sons to come to eat — and got no response. True confession: In anger, I...

How to write a resume that will get you noticed

It’s believed that the average recruiter or hiring manager will look at your resume for only 6...

How to tame your inner advice monster

All of you know your advice monster. Somebody starts telling you about something. Even though you...

You’re sitting wrong — and your back knows it. Here’s how to sit instead

One of the side effects of working from home full-time because of the pandemic is working with a...

How to ace your next online job interview

COVID-19 has had a huge impact on the way we work — and that includes how we interview for that...

Want to grow your own food? 9 tips to help you get started

Whether it’s as a hobby while people are stuck at home or a way to get fresh produce without...

How you can be an ally in the fight for racial justice

Many people want to help in the ongoing struggle for equality and equity, but they don’t know...

We all make snap judgments about each other— here’s how to stop

Taking a moment to pause and really look at the other person can help us all avoid embarrassment...

How to keep quarantine from ruining your relationship

Within hours, I was getting texts. And FB messages. And then a call from a quasi-terrified...

School may be suspended, but sleep schedules shouldn’t be

These days, the school bell isn’t ringing for most of our kids, and it’s up to parents to ensure...

Dear Guy: “I’m incredibly anxious about coronavirus. What can I do?”

Welcome to “Dear Guy,” TED’s advice column from NYC psychologist Guy Winch. Twice a month, he’ll...

3 ways to be your best self in your relationship

“Resentment is a relationship killer,” says psychotherapist and couples counselor Susan Adler. If...

How to be kinder to yourself

People who have greater levels of self-compassion tend to be more motivated, less lazy, and more...

What we know (and don’t know) about the coronavirus

What happens if you get infected with the coronavirus? Who’s most at risk? How can you protect...

There are three sides to every argument

We can all play a role in helping defuse even the most bitter conflicts. Veteran negotiator...

How to step out of the shop-spend-consume cycle

It doesn’t require a total overhaul of your life, but following a few simple steps can help you...

Are you lonely in your partnership or marriage?

Most relationships in which loneliness has taken up residence can be shifted to a better daily...