Mosaic

Explore ideas and inspiration with captivating, original lifestyle stories created exclusively for Morgan Stanley clients.
A Change of Greenery
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A Change of Greenery

Houseplants add oxygen, flair, and warmth year-round, and the right one in the right space can do just as much for a room as any painting or side table.
What’s My Motivation?
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What’s My Motivation?

In her new book, Get It Done, Ayelet Fishbach, a professor of behavioral science and marketing at the University of Chicago, spells out some rules to help get you where you want to go.
Standing on Water
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Standing on Water

Stand-up paddle boarding isn’t as hard as it looks. With the right equipment and just a few pointers, you can be heading away from shore in no time.
Take a Hike
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Take a Hike

The How-to, Where-to, and What-to-Wear of Putting One Foot in Front of the Other.
Great American Islands
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Great American Islands

They are the magnets of travel, attracting visitors who want it all: sightseeing, boats, beaches, casual food, local beer and exotic umbrella drinks, cool breezes across the water.
Oh, Say, What You Can See
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Oh, Say, What You Can See

Between our shining seas and mountain majesties, Mother Nature has sprinkled some especially unique spectacles. Here’s where to find them.
Picking Up Pickleball
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Picking Up Pickleball

The ball is easier to hit, the court is easier to cover, the strategy is easier to master: Pickleball is for all ages and skill levels, and suddenly it’s everywhere. Here, all you need to know to join in the fun.
A New Leaf
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A New Leaf

Planting a tree in our suburban yards or on our city blocks adds more than just beauty, comfort, and the satisfaction of investing in the future. Here’s how to establish a few branches in your neighborhood.
Let's Make a Deal
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Let's Make a Deal

UCLA law professor Russell Korobkin uses concepts from economics, psychology, and game theory to make a compelling case for how to get what you want, ethically and intelligently.
Take a Deeper Breath
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Take a Deeper Breath

Even before the pandemic, we weren’t taking full advantage of all the benefits of good respiration. Here’s a checklist to make every breath count.
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