A close family is the key to true happiness, claims a new survey commissioned by Yakult. Despite the worries over the credit crunch, most Britons put job stability and money below family priorities. Less than 2.5 percent thought job security automatically ensured a happy life. And...
Who Doesn"t Need a Coach? Report from Evidence-Based Coaching Conference By Louis Alloro Positive Psychology News Daily, NY (Louis Alloro) - September 29, 2008, 12:52 pm BOSTON, MA "Who doesn"t need a coach?" is the question I am left pondering after attending this weekend's...
By TOM MUHA, For The Capital Published September 28, 2008 Life is like a cross-country walk. You'll be on many paths and you'll find yourself at numerous crossroads. It's at these crossroads you'll make the decisions that will determine the direction your life will take. Your...
As regular readers would well be aware, I spend much of my time talking about happiness and as part of this, I spend much of my time busting common myths and misconceptions about happiness. If we don't properly understand what happiness is (as well...
Mahatma Ghandi said, "Be the change you want to see in the world." What if research were to show that people can effect enormous positive changes in their lives and in the lives of others using a tool they have with them at all times...
Positive psychology is not just about happiness and enjoying the good times. Positive psychology is also about dealing effectively with tough times. A recent article on boston.com begins...
I was sitting in the cockpit for Take Off and Landing and I observed the First Officer take out the T/O and landing Checklist and read it out aloud. Even though they probably know the procedures like the back of their hand they still refer...
DOES the thought of going to work make you feel sick to your stomach? Do you find yourself wanting to throw your computer across the office or bash your colleagues? If you're near breaking point or feeling trapped at work, there are a few things you...
Have you ever noticed that individuals are more innovative, energetic, stimulating, and engaging than most corporations? That is because the systems in place at most companies are not conducive to developing human potential. Let's take a closer look at one such system: companies spend considerable amounts...
How often do you reflect on the impact of your energy on others? Did you energise your team today or leave them feeling drained? Paolo Moscuzza looks at how energy can impact our relationships at work and what HR can do to help positively charge...
