Being “selfish” is lacking consideration for others. Humans are said to be instinctively selfish. It is often pointed out: Shelfishness is evil, sinful and a vice. It creates obstacles in one's own ...

There are subtle and powerful psychological and contextual barriers that block many of us from getting the physical activity we want—barriers like fatigue, not having enough time, or embarrassment.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. I translate behavioral science to help leaders. Agreeableness is lauded for a good reason; it reduces friction, and things move ...

Self-loathing describes a constant belief or feeling of worthlessness, failure, inadequacy, and incompetence. People may feel they are not good enough and undeserving of anything good in life. Having ...

Many of us want to regulate ourselves better. But sometimes, when thinking about this, we develop tunnel vision. We might only think of one or two routes that could help us achieve healthy ...