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Can you ever get over a lingering grudge?

Can you ever get over a lingering grudge? We all have ongoing grudges. It’s in our interests to get over them – so, can we?

Awe: The 'little earthquake' that could free your mind

Awe: The 'little earthquake' that could free your mind Intentionally seeking the feeling of awe can improve memory, boost creativity and relieve anxious rumination.

Is parenting scarier than ever?

Is parenting scarier than ever? In an uncertain world, young people are grappling with the question: to have children or not?

Are New Year's resolutions powerful or pointless?

Are New Year's resolutions powerful or pointless? 1 January may seem like an arbitrary date to start self-improvement, but there are good psychological reasons for doing so.

Why you say yes to requests – even if you shouldn't

Why you say yes to requests – even if you shouldn't People have a hard time saying no, for fear of disagreement. Influencers can use this power for good – or bad.

'Great Flirtation': Should workers constantly job hunt?

'Great Flirtation': Should workers constantly job hunt? Following the Great Resignation, the job market is hot. Should workers constantly keep a wandering eye for their next opportunity, even if they’re not necessarily itching to leave?

What is BBC Worklife?

What is BBC Worklife? BBC Worklife is your essential guide to navigating change – and thriving – in your personal and professional life.

For Salvadorans, pupusas mean comfort

For Salvadorans, pupusas mean comfort Pupusas – stuffed corn-flour tortillas grilled up like pancakes – are a staple food in most Salvadoran households, and a symbol of home for immigrant Salvadoran communities worldwide.

Mexico's three-billion-year-old underwater lifeforms

Mexico's three-billion-year-old underwater lifeforms Famous for its brilliant seven shades of blue, Lake Bacalar is home to an ancient population of stromatolites that are around 3.5 billion years old.

The tiny US island with a British accent

he tiny US island with a British accent

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