Our highest loyalty doesn't belong to any person or party, but to principles. If you wouldn't accept the actions of "the other side," you shouldn't accept the actions of your own people. Integrity means upholding your values even when your group contradicts them.

Charisma has been overestimated, while character has been underestimated.

Introverts are not necessarily better listeners than extroverts. Recent data shows that in conversations and meetings, extroverts are at least just as enthusiastic, avoid dominating or interrupting others, and pay attention to them. Listening is not a personality trait, but a behavioral skill.

Multitasking is not only inefficient but also incredibly stressful. The average attention span on a screen has dropped from 2.5 minutes in 2004 to 75 seconds in 2012, and now it's even lower at 47 seconds. Rapidly switching between tasks puts our nervous system in a state of heightened alertness. The best way to stay calm and keep working is to focus on one thing at a time.

Dear Leaders: Please do not label a generation as lazy simply because they are unwilling to make the sacrifices you once made. Refusing to work tirelessly for your boss is not disrespectful, but rather a sign of self-respect. There is a world of difference between working hard and being bullied.

Early specialization is overrated. Generalists often excel over time. Data from over 34,000 sports, music, science, and chess stars shows that focusing on a single area foreshadows a faster rise, but cross-disciplinary training predicts a higher peak. The most successful adults are often well-rounded children.

People who constantly make political statements do not represent the people. They represent the least intelligent and least caring subset. Data: Two strong predictors of online political activity are low cognitive ability and high psychopathy. Don't mistake outliers for normal values.

In a world fraught with uncertainty, people are more easily drawn to arrogant leaders. They mistake arrogance for strength and competence. Narcissists view power as an opportunity to seize, not a responsibility to serve. Great leaders balance confidence with humility and place their mission above personal gain. Click here to read the full article:

The best way to improve yourself is not to focus on results, but on habits. 27 studies have shown that behavior change goals are three times more effective than outcome goals in improving performance. Growth depends on changing the behaviors we can control. The key to progress lies in focusing on the process.

Being in nature can reduce fatigue and improve concentration. 34 studies have shown that children and adolescents exhibit better focus and self-control after walking, playing, and learning in parks, forests, or by water. Not all outdoor activities are created equal. Green and blue spaces are more refreshing than urban environments.