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5 reasons Elon Musk really needs to get some rest Monica Torres

In a shockingly revealing New York Times interview with Elon Musk this week, the world learned how truly intense the CEO of three companies is as he talked about his 120-hour work week and using Ambien as a frequent sleep aid, alternating “between laughter and tears” to reporters taking notes. Read More

Exercising too much can be bad for your mental health Meredith Lepore

Logic would seem to be that the more you workout the more your mental health would be in shape (and maybe your biceps too.) However, that isn’t necessarily how it works. Read More

Trying too hard at work is not going to pay off, study finds Monica Torres

How hard should we try at work? Not too hard. Turns out, pouring your all into your work is not necessarily going to pay off in the end. Read More

How to recharge at the airport while traveling solo Ladders Contributor

We can let the airport win and completely drain us, or we can adapt, recharge and change the typically trying experience into “me-time.” … Read More

Delta is trying to make economy class bearable with champagne and fancy food Meredith Lepore

No matter how many technological breakthroughs we make, somehow being a passenger on a plane today in economy class is still just about the worst thing ever. Read More

The 5 most impactful findings from National Geographic’s 'Science of Sleep' issue Rebecca Muller

Our sleep shortage affects our economy, productivity, and our health. Here are 5 things we learned from this month’s cover story. Read More

6 enticing and scientifically-backed memory recall tactics you haven’t tried Sarah Landrum

While you may see a few improvements in your memory, most of what you’ve tried didn’t stick in the long run. Here are six ways you haven’t tried yet. Read More

5 reasons why side hustles can benefit your mental health Krista Gray

Side hustles can provide a bunch of unexpected mental benefits. Here are a handful of ways your hustle can help you stay happy and healthy. Read More

The importance of 'me time' in your job search Robin Madell

“Me time” is a hot topic in this 24/7 digital era where you can literally work around the clock. When your “work” is your job search, you’re faced with the same possibilities of spending endless hours, perhaps without breaks, trying to scare up that next opportunity. Read More

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