Author: Chloe Meshel-Wood

  • The selfless woman behind the richest man in the world

    The selfless woman behind the richest man in the world

    Melinda Gates, often referred to as Bill Gates’ other half, is the co-founder of the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. She is also viewed as one of the world’s most humble, kind and powerful women. Melinda and Bill work together as a perfect team and family; but alone, Melinda is just as extraordinary.

  • Using neuroplasticity to our greatest advantage

    Using neuroplasticity to our greatest advantage

    It is compelling to think of how our lives fall into place. We wonder why or how we got so “lucky” to have met certain people and done certain things, and why at some times we get so “unlucky”. Growing up I always told myself that everything happens for a reason, and recently I have…

  • Do time management apps help or hurt our productivity?

    Do time management apps help or hurt our productivity?

    Modern day society values the qualities of a well-rounded person. Universities and jobs are constantly looking for someone who did well in school, excelled in athletics, participated in an internship, and is an active volunteer. How does one balance all of these expectations? Is it even possible? It’s no wonder that society is constantly struggling to…

  • Where Craig Dodson found his inspiration

    Where Craig Dodson found his inspiration

    Have you ever felt like you needed to do something more in life? Craig Dodson, a semi-professional cyclist decided that biking for himself just wasn’t cutting it. In 2005 Dodson was asked to give a speech to a group of teenagers in Richmond, Virginia. He realized that his motivational words about trying your best and staying…