If you find yourself doom-scrolling or binge-watching whenever you’re bored, put down the smartphone or remote and read on. It may be tempting to turn to tech when it feels like there’s nothing else ...

With attention spans growing smaller, impatience is increasing. The more you feel stuck in the situation—listening to a co-worker’s weekend escapades, waiting in line for a cup of coffee, sitting in a ...

Figuring out the root cause of our lack of inspiration can help us make better choices in how we spend our time, experts say. By Melinda Wenner Moyer At least once every weekend, one of my kids — ages ...

In one famous experiment, people were asked to sit quietly for 15 minutes in a room with nothing but their own thoughts. They also had the option to hit a button and give themselves an electric shock.

Sometimes “I’m bored” means “I’m up for some challenge and excitement, and I want you to make that happen,” but it can also mean, “I have a problem.” First, check in with your child or teenager and ...

Sometimes financial advisors feel like they are pulling on the oars of a Roman galley. They are expected to be constantly productive, all day, every day. Other times, you might feel conversations with ...

Brian was stunned. One October morning he woke up in the middle of what is commonly known as a midlife crisis. "I thought I knew what I was doing," he texted me, "but I don't." A couple of days after ...

Should you sell or keep an inherited home? Particularly if you inherit the house with siblings, be aware that co-owning a house can strain family relationships. Of all the types of assets, real estate ...

Bored? Stop scrolling and try one of these tech-free activities — from brushing up on basic life skills to reconnecting with your spouse. (Getty Images) If you find yourself doom-scrolling or ...