January 2016

via the Huffington Post by R L Adams We've all met the "happy couple" that always seem to be smiling, laughing, and enjoying life to the fullest. They never seem to argue or fuss about inane things, and are in perfect harmony, forever residing on the...

via the Huffington Post by Kate Bratskeir Reminder: You are in control of your thoughts. You have the power to turn a negative thought into a positive. Sometimes this work can take a little extra effort, but it's always possible. Affirmations, mantras and inspirational quotes are terrific tools...

via Buzzfeed by Arianna Rebolini In Advice From My 80-Year-Old Self, artist Susan O’Malley asked ordinary people, ages 7 to 88, to channel their future (or past!) selves and ask them for some guidance. O’Malley, who tragically died shortly after completing the project, said she found each...

by Bianca Hayes 1. Create Several Playlists. I looooove music! I honestly could listen to it for hours and consider myself having a good time. I am confident that my classmates can attest to the fact that I will almost always be found in between my...

via the Huffington Post by Dan Cullinson  Gaining an advantage Much in the same way that sports men and women are seeking the services of sports psychologists to develop ways to achieve peak performance, so now are businesses turning to psychology to look for ways to gain...

via the Huffington Post by Dr. Vanita Braver Without a doubt, parenting is simultaneously the most rewarding and difficult job we have as adults. As a child psychiatrist and mom, I am always asked if I find it easier to parent given my profession. I always...

via the Huffington Post by Paige Smith Happiness made easy - 20 Easy, Everyday Things You Can Do to Improve Your Life in 2016 1. Write down three things you're grateful for every day. Taking the time to thoughtfully consider what you're thankful for reminds you that you...

Real happiness is about more than just fun and pleasure.  Real happiness is at least partly about living a life with meaning and purpose.  Which is why the 5 great questions in this article will help you create more happiness by helping you determine your purpose...

via SmartCompany by Jane Le Workplaces in January are not generally very funny places to be, but new research has found humour can be just the thing to get an organisation off on the right foot. The ever-present need to respond to multiple stakeholders, operate in multiple...