Praise and rewards can be an effective way to change kids' behavior for the better. Here's how to use them.

Coach.me CEO Kendra Kinnison asked me this practical question after my commencement address to the February 2023 Coach.me’s habit certification graduates. My immediate thought: That’s another great ...

Positive reinforcement is a type of positive discipline that aims to shape behavior by focusing on the good while reframing ...

Operant conditioning is a theory that explains how behaviors are influenced by their consequences or results. It’s often used today to help people adopt new behaviors or change old habits. If you’ve ...

As we pack up the tinsel and throw out the tree, most people’s minds turn to the challenge of making a fresh start in 2023. How can we finally lose weight, stop smoking, or save more money for the ...

One of the most effective ways to change your behavior is to change your identity. I don’t mean joining the CIA or a witness protection program, or adopting an alter ego. I mean, rather, changing the ...

Making lasting changes is not easy. Regardless of whether the changes you want to make impact your personal or professional life, change takes substantial time and effort. Creating lasting change may ...

Large language model-based chatbots can't effectively recognize users' motivation when they are hesitant about making healthy behavior changes, but they can support those who are committed to take ...

Illegal wildlife trade is a complex issue involving multiple actors, such as poachers, processors, distributors, consumers, policymakers, and law enforcement. Furthermore, defensive and retaliatory ...