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Splitting up projects into quick, bite-size tasks can allow you to enjoy the warm feeling of satisfaction when you tick them off your plan (Credit: Getty Images)
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A remedy for low motivation and passion

By David Robson

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How to build astonishing self-control

By David Robson
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The best motivation to reach your goals

By David Robson
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How we think

Why indecision makes you smarter

By David Robson
The 'ostrich effect' coping mechanism is hiding your head in the sand, shifting attention away from the upsetting situation so you don’t have to process it (Credit: Getty Images)
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Why people don't learn from failure

By David Robson
When we feel threatened by events, we may look to our group identity to find comfort and become more dogmatic in our thinking (Credit: Getty)
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The unnerving power of existential fear

By David Robson
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The neglected trait that drives success

By David Robson
A friendly rivalry can boost performance - and bring out the best in everyone (Credit: Getty)
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The rivalry that makes you better

By David Robson
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The thinking trap that dupes you

By David Robson
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Why bad customer behaviour is rising

By Kate Morgan
Worried woman watching a plane taking off
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A negative mindset that haunts so many

By David Robson
We're conditioned to admire successful people and mimic their habits - even if some of these habits are eccentric (Credit: Getty)
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The power of eccentric rituals

By David Robson
Woman looking stressed
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The big downside of hiding stress

By David Robson
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Why people believe their own big lies

By David Robson
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The quiet threat of covert narcissists

By Bryan Lufkin
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The most 'boring' people in the world

By David Robson