by nhellstein | May 28, 2024 | Op-Eds
“Habits are great, but they’re very black and white. Rituals come in technicolor. Many rituals, I’ve come to believe, are a unique human invention to remind us to try, at least every so often, to live fully. And a new ritual can be joyous in a way that a new...
by nhellstein | May 28, 2024 | Op-Eds
The Harvard professor reveals how everyday rituals can help us cope with pressure, unlock our emotions and define our identities – but can also become unhelpful and divisive
by nhellstein | May 28, 2024 | Op-Eds
‘The Ritual Effect: From Habit to Ritual, Harness the Surprising Power of Everyday Actions’ examines routine and maximizing performance.
by nhellstein | May 28, 2024 | Op-Eds
While some may cringe at forced corporate rituals, research shows that personal and team rituals can actually benefit the way we work. The authors’ expertise on the topic over the past decade, plus a survey of nearly 140 HBR readers, explores the ways rituals can set...
by nhellstein | May 28, 2024 | Op-Eds, Podcasts
Have you ever thought about the role that rituals play in our health and wellbeing? Whether it’s a morning routine, a pre-game warmup, or a cultural tradition, rituals can provide us with structure, meaning, and connection.
by nhellstein | May 28, 2024 | Op-Eds
One morning this January, Yulia Wardani stepped into a small office in downtown Newark to change her identity. Across the desk was an officer of the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services, who began posing questions from the USCIS naturalization civics...