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Sometimes good enough is, indeed, good enough. But there are sometimes when you just can’t settle or compromise. The short answer is: 1) Never compromise culturally or on brand fundamentals; 2) Be ...

It was probably Montesquieu who coined the proto-hacker motto “the best is the mortal enemy of the good”. He was talking about compromises in drafting national constitutions for nascent democracies, ...

"When the soul is starved for nourishment, it lets us know with feelings of emptiness, anxiety, or yearning." —The Rebbe You’re struggling, burnt out, anxious and overwhelmed about daily life. You ...

Originally from South Sudan, Nancy Umba ventured to New York City, where she enrolled in college. Being in the big city, she couldn't help but compare herself to others, and felt she wasn’t measuring ...

Perfectionism can feel like a badge of honor, but it’s often the thing holding you back. You might think aiming for “perfect” ...

Parental guilt can feel like a constant background noise, especially for moms who think they have to get everything right to prove they are doing a good job. Psychology offers a calmer standard with ...