Most executives treat exercise and diet as variables they will optimize later, once the quarter closes or the deal clears. A major clinical trial published last year suggests that the “later” instinct carries a measurable cost, and that the fix is far more specific than the general advice to “eat well and move more” that fills most wellness content aimed at leaders. The study is the U.S. POINTER trial, a two-year, five-site randomized controlled trial run by the Alzheimer’s A

Curiosity, often overlooked and underestimated, holds the key to a fulfilling life. In a world that emphasizes happiness as the ultimate goal, we need to recognize that there is more to a meaningful existence than simply being happy. The missing ingredient, according to the research of Dr. Todd B. Kashdan and others, is curiosity. In this article, we explore the hidden benefits of curiosity and how it impacts various aspects of our lives, including meaning and purpose, well-b

In a previous release, we discussed how to make more effective and long-lasting resolutions. Today, we explore what research tells us about goal overload and the harm of having too many unfulfilled goals (Strauman, 2002). Researchers from the Academy of Management state in a 2009 article that, “managers and scholars need to conceptualize goal setting as a prescription-strength medication that requires careful dosing, consideration of harmful side effects, and close supervisio

Gratitude is an existing thread weaved throughout many cultures, especially during this time of year. As the world shows gratitude for family, friends, and culture, we explored what research says gratitude is and what the benefits of gratitude are. Continue reading to see what we found. What is gratitude? According to "The Science of Gratitude" published by the Greater Good Science Center at UC Berkeley, “gratitude is not simply a cultural construct.” Instead, gratitude is a

From the curator and host of the Arete Coach Podcast, Severin Sorensen. Recently I was speaking with a life coach and I asked them one of my favorite get-to-know-you questions: 'please share with me a book you have read that moved you?' Swift came to their reply, "Icky Guy." I thought... Hmm, that's an odd name for a book title. I became more curious: who or what is Icky Guy? To my delight, I found that Ikigai was not a person but a high state of being or life purpose. Being