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People with ‘low emotional intelligence’ always use these 7 phrases, says Harvard psychologist

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People with ‘low emotional intelligence’ always use these 7 phrases, says Harvard psychologist

Emotional intelligence is the ability to perceive and evaluate feelings accurately in ourselves and in others. The most emotionally intelligent people can access and evoke emotion, understand non-verbal cues, and regulate their feelings to build stronger relationships. As a Harvard-trained psychologist, I’ve seen firsthand how this is key to long-term professional and personal success. So how … Read more

I spent 20 years studying foods 100-year-old people eat—and this is the world’s No. 1 healthiest breakfast

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I spent 20 years studying foods 100-year-old people eat—and this is the world’s No. 1 healthiest breakfast

As a longevity researcher, I’ve spent the past 20 years studying the habits of people who live to 100 years old or longer, particularly the foods they eat. And in a tucked-away corner of Nicoya, Costa Rica, I may have found the world’s healthiest breakfast. Under a red-tiled roof, a dozen or so people of … Read more

I talked to 263 of the world’s longest-living people—their 9 ‘non-negotiables’ for a long, happy life

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I talked to 263 of the world’s longest-living people—their 9 ‘non-negotiables’ for a long, happy life

For the past 20 years, I’ve traveled across the world to study the five Blue Zones — areas in which people live exceptionally long lives: Okinawa, Japan; Sardinia, Italy; Nicoya, Costa Rica; Ikaria, Greece and Loma Linda, California.  Based on my interviews with 263 people ages 100 or older, I’ve found that the world’s longevity … Read more

I study people with high emotional intelligence for a living—8 things they never do when talking to others

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I study people with high emotional intelligence for a living—8 things they never do when talking to others

1. They don’t focus just on themselves. Everyone appreciates being acknowledged for something they did well and have pride in. Doing this with sincerity ensures that you will be remembered in a positive light — putting you in a category above all the people who haven’t seemed to notice. 2. They don’t force their opinions … Read more

American rescued from deep inside a cave in Turkey

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American rescued from deep inside a cave in Turkey

Associated Press TASELI PLATEAU, Turkey — Rescuers pulled an American researcher out of a Turkish cave on Monday, more than a week after he became seriously ill 1,000 meters (more than 3,000 feet) below its entrance, said the Speleological Federation of Turkey. Teams from across Europe had rushed to Morca cave in southern Turkey’s Taurus … Read more

I’m a psychologist in the Netherlands, home to the world’s happiest kids—6 things parents here never do

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I’m a psychologist in the Netherlands, home to the world’s happiest kids—6 things parents here never do

As a Dutch child psychologist who works with families in the Netherlands, I’ve observed a number of different parenting styles across many cultures. While each approach has its benefits, Dutch kids are consistently ranked as the happiest in the world. This had me thinking about we do differently here to raise happier and more resilient … Read more