A cancer diagnosis can prompt deep reflection on life's meaning, often leading to inner conflict and feelings of despair. Personal experiences with cancer, such as the author's leukemia journey, ...

Our Management Tip of the Day continues to be one of HBR’s most popular newsletters. In this article, we’ve compiled 10 of ...

Considering most people spend the majority of their waking hours in a job — oftentimes, one they can't stand — it's important to recognize the best ways to support employees' well-being, work-life ...

Some people move through life with a genuine sense of purpose and contentment that others struggle to find. It's not about perfection or having everything figured out. People who experience deep ...

Mayhem: A word that we rarely use in our everyday conversations but that nevertheless describes the state of affairs in our world today. Mayhem refers to the act of destruction as well as the ensuing ...

Have you ever seen those college career center posters that suggest you “Find meaning at work!”? Some showed happy people sitting at nondescript desks; others may feature a single professional in a ...

There are a lot of things that make for a good job: fair pay and benefits, a boss who treats you with empathy and respect, an inclusive culture, and friendships with colleagues. But there’s one aspect ...

A terrifying global pandemic that killed millions and locked down practically every country on the planet, out-of-control climate change with potentially catastrophic consequences, a brutal European ...

I wanted to talk to you about the link between meaning, moral courage and gratitude. Just a few days ago, I was re-reading Viktor Frankl’s perennial bestseller Man’s Search for Meaning. In the book, ...

The pandemic has caused many people to rethink their lives and desires for the future. From unfulfilling careers and family demands to no time to pursue passions and outside interests, many have ...

Have you thought about what a successful retirement looks like? I don’t mean whether you’ve saved enough. That’s important, sure. But money alone doesn’t guarantee you’ll wake up feeling excited about ...

What’s in a name? A lot, apparently. Every time I introduce myself to someone, I am guaranteed to get a reaction. The usual questions I’m asked? “I’m sorry, can you say that again?” or “Masha’Allah!