Three Cool Things We’re Into
1. How to Navigate Conflict with a Coworker – Harvard Business Review article by Amy Gallo
Amy, a conflict resolution guru, gives a concise and clear framework for managing those sticky relationships and situations in the workplace (or just in life). It’s practical, actionable, evidence-based, and super down-to-earth. She discusses the unconscious biases that often prevent us from seeing situations clearly and emphasizes the skill of curiosity (something we’re a big fan of) that, according to research, goes a long way in terms of warding off our biases, preventing stereotyping, and opening ourselves up to creative solutions.
2. A Neuroplasticity Protocol – Article by Dr. Andrew Huberman
In our current work environment, the skills learned in preparation for many jobs can’t keep pace with the quickly changing demands of the economy. In fact, it’s estimated that a skill’s half-life is 5 years – meaning a skill learned 5 years ago is half as valuable today. That is why learning how to learn is a critical skill. In order to learn, we need to change our brains. This is called “neuroplasticity.” Our brains change late into life, it just takes focus and intentional practice. This protocol breaks down the best practices for getting the most out of your learning bouts in order to jump-start that neuroplasticity thing.
3. How 30 Days of Kindness Made Me a Better Person – Article by Cecilia Meis
Ah, oxytocin, that beloved feel-good chemical in the brain. We all like to feel good, and research suggests that intentionally demonstrating kindness to others boosts our positive emotions. No surprise there. But kindness is also contagious. As Cecilia writes, “Generosity allows us to forget our own self-importance, even temporarily, and look outward to uplift those around us who, in turn, often uplift those around them.” Our world could use more kindness. Join the Kindness-Revolution and consider embarking on a 30 Days of Kindness journey.
