A Weekly Newsletter from Nick Wignall

Nick Wignall

How to Deal with a Gossipy Coworker

A reader asks: My coworker calls me a lot to vent and gossip, often about other coworkers. When I don’t agree, I struggle with voicing my opinion because when I have tried to before, the conversation just gets longer and goes nowhere because her views are rigid. It usually

How to Get Rid of Imposter Syndrome

A reader asks: I experience a lot of imposter syndrome, especially at work. I constantly doubt myself and feel insecure/inadequate compared to my peers. I know it’s not true objectively, so why does it keep happening? How do I get rid of this? When most people talk about

Social Anxiety

Everything you need to know about social anxiety in 5 minutes or less

How to Deal with Pushy People

A reader asks: Any suggestions for dealing with especially pushy or overbearing people? I have a family member who’s constantly pestering me with their political views and trying to “convert” me to their position. I also have a boss who’s very pushy in the way she delegates tasks

3 Habits of Emotionally Strong Couples

Yes, you have to talk about how you feel—no matter how uncomfortable it is.

4 Mindsets of Highly Disciplined People

Hint: Discipline is not the same at willpower...

How to Stop Being Defensive

A reader asks: I really struggle with defensiveness. Anytime my boyfriend says something even mildly critical—even when he’s trying to be extra sensitive and constructive—I immediately get defensive and either shut down or say something mean or sarcastic back. How can I stop being so defensive? In