May 2012

Just the other night it was brought to my attention that Lucy Turnbull, a very successful and admirable woman, was awarded an honorary doctorate by the University of NSW.  In her acceptance speech she thanked her famous husband and supportive family then went on to state...

by Eric Nelson from the Washingon Times LOS ALTOS, CA, May 28, 2011 – Gratitude pays. Just ask Dr. Robert Emmons. Last week the John Templeton Foundation announced that they were giving Emmons, a psychology professor at U.C. Davis $5.6 million to fund a three-year project to...

Right, so most of us are at work today; and most of us will be back at work tomorrow; and most of us will continue to work the next day and the next week and...

What will you do TODAY for happiness and a good life?  This might seem like an unnecessary question but in my experience (professional and personal) it's one of the most important questions.  And that's because too many of us spend too much of our time imagining what...

There's no doubt that one of the most significant contributors to happiness is accomplishment. Getting things done and achieving are key sources of happiness and satisfaction. But too many people focus too much time and energy on the "what?" and the "how?" and sometimes even the...

Did you know that what you wear affects your mood? Did you know that your choice of pants or shirts influences your happiness and other emotions? Did you know that people actually studied this stuff?!?! Well they do! And if you'd like to know more about how...