Melissa Dahl

Consider them a form of self-care.

While the new year typically sparks some resolutions and promises of self-improvement, many of us are just grateful to have survived 2020. But with a rocky start to the year, we may need some guidance for 2021. Here, 11 books for self-development in 2021.

The pandemic has made the necessity of relying on experts evident to all ... this is a rich exploration of lifelong learning

The science and psychology of the cringe attack.

The actually convincing science of photomedicine.

The complete table of contents for the March 2, 2020 issue of New York Magazine.

Why it’s never too late to learn another language ... a witty, charming guide to opening our minds

Sustainability and a love of the land are at the heart of a couple’s approach to farming. But grit and perseverance are essential

Being socially awkward might sound like a bad thing, but it can have some surprising benefits. Learn how to embrace your awkwardness and make socializing a little less daunting.

The human species is shaped and controlled by our desire to own things, this colourful study argues

Are you sensitive or resilient? This study by a paediatric health expert considers why children with the greatest potential are also the ones most likely to falter

One theory is the liver’s ability to deal with too much alcohol decreases as we age.

ONE OF THE most interesting articles I read earlier this year tackled the issue of whether or not listening to a book is less beneficial than reading one. This is an important question to tackle during the upcoming Christmas season when audiobooks offer holiday stories that many struggling readers c…

What’s behind our tendency to go with the crowd, sensible thinking or emotion? And what are its dangers?

The “self-esteem” movement is over. Here's what's taking its place  Fast Company

This is the big problem with being friends with your coworkers  Ladders

Why Office Friendships Can Feel So Awkward  The New York Times

Cringeworthy by Melissa Dahl review – why feeling awkward is good for us  The Guardian

The unexpected benefits of cringing  The Guardian

Three new books tackle various mysteries from the world of linguistics: why we swear, why we say “mm-hmm” all the time and how conversation arose.