How to avoid getting hangry

There’s an English proverb that says, “A hungry man is an angry man”. Do you ever get hangry? Hanger is a combination of hunger and anger. When you’re hungry, you get angry. And it’s not just in your head. A recent study found hanger is a real phenomenon. In this study, researchers gathered data from […]

Warning: Welcome to TikTok hell

Have you ever been sucked in by a clickbait title? I have. Many times. The problem is when I’m tired, I have very little willpower. I can’t help myself. I click on ridiculous headlines. And I usually always regret it. For example, a few weeks ago I came across an article about a young couple […]

Busting the myth of being naturally smart

Is there such a thing as being naturally smart? I don’t think so. Students who look like they are naturally smart just have a bit of a head start on the rest of the class. From the outside, it looks like easy street for these ‘smart’ students. They are cruising along, getting good marks without […]

Eating smart: How certain foods can boost your motivation and wellbeing

Here’s some food for thought . . . Have you ever considered that the food you eat could be affecting your motivation levels, wellbeing and ability to focus? I’ve been exploring the research in this area and I’ve got to say, the research is so compelling. It’s made me clean up my act. I’ve ditched […]