It might seem like the world is divided into those who can’t listen to music while working, and those who can’t work without listening to music. For every person who nods along with earphones plugged in, there seems to be one who complains, “Excuse me, could you turn down the volume?” One group swears that listening to music improves focus and boosts productivity. The opposing…
You’re about to give a speech to a room full of important people. As you make your way to the podium on shaky legs, you suddenly feel too warm, your palms sweat, a lump rises in your throat, and you think you might keel over. Anxiety feels different for everyone but there’s one constant universal truth- it’s an unpleasant experience. While some of us might…
Do you have a clutter problem? If you do, you’re like most people in the modern world. We live in a time of excess but our brains are hard-wired for scarcity. We hang onto items we don’t need for years because we “might need them someday.” We buy and consume far more than we need. And nothing–no amount of books, cars, or commemorative dinner plates–ever…
Whether you know Tina Fey from her world-famous portrayal of former vice presidential candidate Sarah Palin, or her critically acclaimed sitcom 30 Rock, chances are, hers is a name you’re incredibly familiar with. Fey has been entertaining us for decades while making a name for herself as a world-famous comedic icon. She’s also a bit of a bossypants. Fey’s memoir Bossypants is every bit as…
By now it’s been well-established that running is an extremely beneficial exercise. We all associate fitness with the image of a fitness guru on their morning run or smiling after completing a marathon. So, you’d definitely be moving in the right direction if you decided to tie your shoes and step out for a run. But here’s a question that stumps many beginners, and even…
You’ve likely heard of the concept of “cheat days” in diets before. Cheat days are designed to be little breaks from our everyday healthy diet. They’re meant to incorporate some wiggle room so you can periodically indulge while still making sure you’re eating mindfully and healthfully. For years, nutritionists and fitness gurus all over have suggested that you can have cheat days while still meeting…
Every day, we hear stories inspiring stories from the Fabulous community so today we’re launching the “episodic” series of Mike Iamle as he navigates through the Fabulous app. Mike, 31, is a self-employed entrepreneur helping artists, entrepreneurs, and visionaries of all kinds discover their unique genius so they can build a life and business around that genius. He lives in Massachusetts with his husband…
You’ve decided you want to eat healthier and it’s going great. You’ve taken to packing your lunch full of vegetables and lean proteins, swapped out soda for water, and have thrown out all the junk food in your house. Your willpower has never felt stronger… but then, one day, someone at the office has a birthday, and your boss brings a cake. And you really,…
Have you ever greeted a friend with a smile, only to later depart feeling miserable? Have you felt drained after listening to a colleague at work? Have you sighed when a particular person’s name flashes on your mobile phone screen? Chances are, you’re reacting to an energy vampire! While vampires are fictional creatures from Eastern Europe that prey on humans for their blood, energy vampires…
Finding a job can be one of the biggest challenges in life. It’s a task that’s familiar to nearly all of us, regardless of nationality, gender or in many cases, even age. Right now, as many of you prepare to transition from college or a previous career to a new arena of employment, time-tested advice on the best way forward can literally be a lifesaver….
