We live with two motivations: avoiding what we don’t want, and seeking what we do want. Inherent to this approach is disappointment, failure, loss, self-criticism and depression. So why do we do it, and is there another way? From about two years old, we begin to understand that we are separate from our mother, and […]
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In the light of Happiness Day, here are my three top tips on happiness. The key message is this – that happiness can take two forms. The first is getting a high on something, like having a laugh, going for a meal, or buying a super new outfit. Nothing wrong with any of that, but
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Yes it can – it all depends on your attitude and beliefs. We all need a balance between stimulation and coping. Many of you will be familiar with the parabolic curve that shows that being under-stimulated can cause stress, as much as being overburdened. We need a level of challenge to perform at our best.
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