At its fundamentally flawed core, the aim of almost any learning program is to help us become who we are not.

Instead of celebrating what makes each child unique, most parents push their children to "fit in" so that they don't "stick out." This unwittingly stomps out individuality and encourages conformity, despite these parents' good intentions

Exercise is not enough. Working out three times a week is not enough. Being active throughout the day is what keeps you healthy.

When we build on our strengths and daily successes — instead of focusing on failures — we simply learn more.

Perhaps the ultimate test of a leader is not what you are able to do in the here and now - but instead what continues to grow long after you're gone

Spending on oneself does not boost wellbeing. However, spending money on others does -- and it appears to be as important to people's happiness as the total amount of money they make.

Every human being has talents that are just waiting to be uncovered.