The pandemic has shone a light on the fact that many of us feel lonely. It created more isolation, fed into our fears of being with others, and when the restrictions lifted, many people feel they have lost the few connections they had. In Canada, a recent survey found that more than half of Canadians…
Happiness…we are all after it. Let’s look at what science says about promoting happiness. The following are science-back ‘to-do’s’ and ‘don’ts’ that help you be happier. Be Nostalgic When folks tell stories of their experiences, they are reviewed in a more positive light. It also helps strength bonds with others. So go ahead and put…
Life is busy, crazy-busy sometimes. Most folks can relate to getting caught up in the daily grind, and how things can go sideways and wrong for us. This may create a gloomy experience and outlook, overlooking and taking for granted much of the good things around us. When we overlook, we miss opportunities to experience…
Everyone has their ‘ups-and-downs’, and for some folks down moods can be emotionally and physically exhausting, draining motivation, drive, interest and energy. Although sadness, depression can be tough, research has shown that there are some very effective strategies to get folks back on track. Getting Unstuck and Back on TrackOvercoming sadness, depression and mood struggles…
A number of misconception persist about happiness. Below are some facts. Money CAN buy you happiness The primary misconception is that money and wealth will make everything better and easier. Have you heard yourself or someone else say, if I had more money, then things would be so much better and I’d finally be content….
Happiness: How to increase your contentment with life In our North American culture, going for “the best”, whatever it may be, may actually compromise one’s degree of satisfaction and happiness. Research has shown that choice-overload in today’s society, makes us less happy, not more. Today’s modern world’s plethora of options, from ‘Coke Zero or Diet?’…
Positive Thinking: The Art We all have people in our lives who are good at positive thinking. How do they do it? Most people get caught up in things that go wrong and spiral down into feeling negative about it. It is easy to do, almost natural. At the same time, we take for granted…
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