Where did our focus go? Rethinking work in a world primed to make us procrastinate
Learn how to focus and make your work more meaningful with this expert advice…
Sally Saunders
Articles by Sally Saunders
Can you learn to overcome procrastination? The work routine that gets things done
Are you constantly pushing things back and putting them off, but not taking that time as leisure either way? Oliver Burkeman invites you to try out a new work routine to try to help you overcome procrastination. We all know the horrible purgatory of procrastination – that in-between state in which you’re neither getting work […]
Meet psychopath: narcissism’s more charming (but even nastier) big brother
We picture psychopaths as violent outliers. But psychologist Dr Emma Kavanagh argues the reality is more unsettling: with a blend of charm, confidence and emotional clarity, they are often right at the heart of our society — sometimes even sitting on a pedestal on the top of it. As Emma Kavanagh describes meeting a psychopath, […]
No Snapchat, but you can keep WhatsApp: why social media bans for teens aren’t a simple fix
Should we ban teenagers from social media? That’s the question the British Government is currently debating — and seems to be answering yes. But experts are urging caution in jumping at what may appear to be a simple solution to a far more complex problem Educational psychologist Dr Ahmar Ferguson, who works clinically with children, […]
‘I lie awake until the sun comes up, worrying about what could happen.’ Are you caught in a worry trap?
Learn to sit comfortably with your fears for tomorrow and reclaim your today, writes Kellie Gillespie-Wright.
Worn out from small talk? How to recover from the ‘introvert hangover’
Do you feel drained after a dinner party or get-together? You might be dealing with an ‘introvert hangover’…
Six red flags your boss could be a psychopath: Dark personality traits in the workplace
A narcissistic boss. A toxic workplace. A destructive leader who leaves you doubting yourself. New research suggests dark personality traits may be surprisingly common in leadership roles — and the impact on employees can be devastating. We’ve all encountered them: the manager who thrives on intimidation, takes credit for others’ ideas, or somehow leaves every […]
Why being the Golden Child can be just as bad as being the Scapegoat: The hidden impact of narcissistic family roles
Being treated as the family favourite might seem like a blessing, while becoming the family scapegoat can feel like a curse. But psychologists say both experiences can leave lasting emotional wounds, shaping self-worth, relationships and identity well into adulthood. Many adults spend years wondering why they struggle to trust themselves. Why criticism feels devastating, they […]
Scientists may have found a brain chemical that helps us break bad habits
If you’ve ever wondered why some habits seem so hard to shake, new research suggests the answer may have less to do with willpower than we think. Scientists say a key brain chemical could play an important role in helping us let go of old behaviours and embrace new ones. Whether you’ve promised yourself you’ll […]
Victoria Pendleton: Losing my twin brother made me face my deepest fear
After the deaths of her twin brother and father, Olympian Victoria Pendleton found herself confronting mortality, grief and uncertainty in a new way. She explains why courage isn’t about being fearless – and how stepping towards discomfort can help us live more fully. Victoria Pendleton spent much of her life learning how to face fear. […]
