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Why Being In Awe Helps Your Mindset And Wellbeing
A 2015 study led by Dacher Keltner, Professor of Psychology at University of California, Berkeley and founder of the Greater Good Science Center, found that “being in awe” can be beneficial to your mindset and wellbeing. Dacher commented that “the things we do to...
How You See Life Clearer When You Get A Good Night’s Sleep
I find that a good night’s sleep is crucial to the success of my morning routine and therefore my day. A good night’s sleep and no hangover means I wake up feeling fresh. I’m immediately and automatically in a positive mindset ready to get stuck into the day. Moreover...
How To Switch Off Work When You’re On Vacation
It is school holiday time in many parts of the world and families are heading off on vacation with their workaholic breadwinner(s) physically present but mentally absent. Unfortunately I am a major culprit here so this post is for me too. How and perhaps more...
5 Tips On Being The Best You Can Be
The reason you hear most about ‘personal bests’ and ‘being the best you can be’ at the swimming pool or on the sporting field is because athletes know that by focusing on and achieving a personal best on match or meet day means they couldn’t have done any better....
15 Churchill Quotes To Make You Mentally Tougher
Sir Winston Churchill was a monumental figure in British history and in his 90 years as a soldier, statesman, author and politician he was both revered and reviled. Whilst he divided opinions, there can be no doubt about his ability to demonstrate his mental strength...
With These 5 Life Skills You’ll Be Happier
You can develop life skills that make you happier and less likely to suffer from depression. According to research co-led by Professor Andrew Steptoe, Professor of Psychology at University College of London, physical and mental health was better among people with the...