Author: Christopher Palma

Growing up, my family went to Red Lobster for special occasions, like birthday dinners and post-graduation lunches. Entering the restaurant and seeing the huge lobster tanks made me feel sophisticated, and we always had to wait for a table because it was so crowded. The wait was worth it, because

I hiked the Grand Canyon with a few girlfriends this past summer. Returning to my ordinary life as a wife and mother of three young children, I noticed that my emotional health had significantly improved beyond what I expected. I felt invigorated and inspired long after the endorphins and excitement

This year, many states have opted to honor Indigenous Peoples’ Day over the problematic Columbus Day. These destinations offer visitors an authentic way to experience other cultures and leave the holiday weekend with an open mind and fascinating stories to share. 1. Hôtel-Musée Premières Nations — Wendake, Quebec, Canada This

Can your DNA really determine how good you are at sales? According to a study by MIT Sloan’s Juanjuan Zhang and her team, the answer might be yes. They tracked 117 salespeople at an Asian telemarketing company over 13 months and compared DNA to sales performance using metrics like revenue,

We can all struggle with how to cope at certain times. Whether it’s being stressed about meeting deadlines at work or dealing with a child’s illness, life can take its toll. Factors like your environment and childhood experiences affect how you deal with stressors. Understanding your coping mechanisms can help

Over a dozen U.S. states have sued TikTok, arguing that the platform’s addictive algorithm is driving a mental health crisis among children and teens. A bipartisan group of 14 attorneys general is alleging that the Chinese social media platform is responsible for purposely making the app more addictive and misleading

Spotify prefers to keep its employees enjoying an ultra-flexible work setup, despite the recent shift at many other companies demanding their work-from-home employees head back to the office. The Swiss firm’s HR chief has even doubled down on why the streamer wants its staff to continue with their current work

A recent study conducted by Payscale found that only 37% of employees have ever asked for a raise. The main reason? Fear of rejection or discomfort with discussing money. When feelings like these cloud our sense of self-worth, we might undervalue what we earn. But asking for a raise is

Amid the unstable economic climate, Costco has diversified its product lineup, giving shoppers the opportunity to purchase gold and platinum bars in addition to groceries and household items. And if the latest estimated sales figures are an accurate predictor, it seems the demand for these precious metals could soar even

A friend in the throes of a terrible breakup texted me a link from the Mayo Clinic. The topic? Borderline personality disorder. “He had all the signs,” she wrote, referring to her ex. “That’s why it was so hard to be in a relationship with him.” According to Mayo, people