Are there things that you do in certain settings, at particular times, that evoke a feeling and remind you of what is important? When I step up to bat in softball, I tap the bat twice just past the ...

Following the wave of protests over the war in Gaza, several U.S. universities have decided to cancel or ramp down commencement ceremonies. More are expected to follow. Announcing their decision, ...

Ugadi, the Telugu and Kannada New Year, ushers in a time of renewal and prosperity on March 19, 2026. This significant ...

Holidays and other celebrations, such as weddings, the Superbowl, or family reunions bring a natural opportunity to think through family rituals—our routines and traditions. For example, one of my ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Kian Bakhtiari writes about Gen-Z marketing and social impact. Native American tribes performed rain dances to summon their ...