【推荐2】Jessica Nabongo longs to set foot in every nation. She started traveling at age four, along with her parents on family trips from Detroit, Michigan and completed her mission when she landed in the Seychelles, having visited 195 countries.     1     Along the way, she became a writer, photographer, and passionate advocate for inclusive and ethical(道德的) tourism .

Here she talks to us about her experience and tips for traveling better.

What inspires your adventures?

    2     I have a strong desire to see the differences and similarities in how people live everywhere in the world, even at home in the United States.

Did you ever experience any obstacles?

I don’t believe in failure.     3     Embarrassment isn’t a natural human personality, in my eyes－it comes from socialization. If I fell over in the middle of Grand Central Station, I’d laugh at myself. I firmly believe that every failure in your life is just an opportunity to learn.

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My mother has always said “ humble(使谦逊) yourself.” I appreciate it because when you travel, depending on your passport, depending on your social class, depending on so many different things, you can go to places with a lot of ego（自我）, or you can humble yourself and know that everyone is equal.

What are some things people can do to travel more sustainably(可持续地)?

Single－use plastic is one of the biggest things harming Earth right now, so a lot of my focus is on that.     5     If you’ re in a restaurant and you don’ t have a big appetite, ask for a half portion. It’s about being a deliberate(慎重的) traveler, just taking that extra minute to think how I can have a lower impact on this place that I’ m in and on the planet in general.

【推荐1】Between childhood and adulthood, you go through many changes — jobs, regrettable haircuts and relationships that come and go. But what about who you are at your core (核心)?     1    

Personality is the pattern of thoughts, feelings and behaviors unique to a person. People tend to think of personality as fixed. But according to psychologists (心理学家), that’s not how it works; personality doesn’t stay the same all your life.     2    

That’s not to say that you’re a different person each day you wake up.     3     In a study, researchers followed some adults for many years until their early 70s. They discovered that adulthood’s personality is actually stable in short time periods.

    4     They will look at how a child reacts to the world. Research suggests that our childhood’s moods — for example, whether we’re easy-going or bad-tempered, willing or unwilling to approach strangers — shape our personality of older ages.     5     If a child is always shy and withdrawn (离群的), he may grow into an unhappy teenager. On the contrary, a happy childhood usually leads to a happy adulthood.

【推荐2】Do you find it difficult to feel content in your own company? Do you feel pressure to be constantly connected to others, resulting in overwhelming anxiety when you’re alone? If the answer is yes, then you’ll be pleased to learn that there are tips to help you enjoy solitude without feeling lonely.

Whether your passion is art, writing, or knitting, being alone is a great opportunity to get connected to it. Investing mindful, quality time into doing something you love is beneficial to your mental health.     1    .

You may find yourself just going through the motions in life. While structure is a good thing, it can also prevent us from moving forward. When you’re alone, sit down with a pen and paper and design a plan.     2    . It could be as simple as aiming to save money, or looking for new hobbies and classes to attend. Being mindful about the direction of your life allows you to feel in control.

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One of the biggest consequences of finding yourself alone is that you may automatically believe you’re bored.     4    . Climb that mountain you always wanted to climb or lift those weights you always wanted to lift. Do something that you see as a challenge and then focus your mental energy on achieving the goal of completing it.

Please understand that loneliness is a feeling, one you can take control of. If you’re a social person most of the time, when you’re alone your brain maybe guilty of convincing you there’s something wrong.     5    . Breathe...Taking time to focus on your breath and meditate has proven to be a great way to reduce those feelings of hopelessness and worry.

【推荐3】Emotional intelligence, sometimes referred to as EQ, refers to a person’s ability to recognize, understand, manage and reason with emotions.     1     And it is a hot topic not only in psychology but also in the business world. If you want to succeed in the workplace and move up the career ladder, emotional intelligence is critical to your success.

    2     According to one survey of hiring managers, almost 75 percent of respondents suggested that they valued an employee’s EQ more than their IQ. Emotional intelligence is widely recognized as a valuable skill that helps improve communication, management, problem-solving, and relationships within the workplace.     3    

So if you are interested in improving your emotional intelligence skills to benefit your workplace performance, there are a few things you can do.

One of the first steps toward using emotional intelligence skills in the workplace is to practice recognizing your own emotions. Self-awareness involves being aware of different aspects of yourself, including your emotions and feelings. It is one of the fundamental parts of emotional intelligence.

    4     Being aware of your emotions is an important first step, but you also need to be able to manage the things you are feeling. People who possess good self-regulation are able to adapt well to changing situations.

Research on emotion psychology also suggests that people with high EQs also have strong social skills.     5     As a result, they are able to respond appropriately to the situation.

Emotional intelligence plays an important role not only in well-being but also in your success in the workplace. Fortunately, there are a number of lessons you can take from emotion psychology to improve your EQ.