A journey through the world of lifelong learning…
Unlock the secret to making every word count and captivate your audienceA confident speaker addressing a captivated audience. Image by Keith WilliamsEver felt like your words were unheard. Like you’re speaking, but no one’s truly listening?But what if I told you that the key to capturing attention isn’t about speaking louder or faster, but actually speaking slower?Yes,... Continue Reading →
The mystery of the knuckle-cracking soundPhoto by MART PRODUCTION: https://www.pexels.com/photo/bearded-man-looking-at-the-wounds-on-his-knuckles-7699368/For generations, the popping noise produced from cracking one’s knuckles has been shrouded in speculation about potential health effects.Let’s take a deeper look into the science behind this mysterious joint sound and determine whether the old wive’s tale of it leading to arthritis holds any truth.Demystifying... Continue Reading →
5 lies your inner critic tells you that are holding you back right nowA person standing at the edge of a cliff, looking down at a serene lake. Image by Keith WilliamsImagine you’re standing at the edge of a cliff, looking down at a beautiful, serene lake. You know you want to jump, but something holds you... Continue Reading →
The benefits of positive thinking and its drawbacksImage created using FLUX-schnellPeople have long touted positive thinking as the key to happiness, success, and well-being. And for good reason — having an optimistic outlook has been shown to have significant benefits for both our physical and mental health.However, taken to an extreme, positive thinking can actually backfire and... Continue Reading →
Turning office battles into workplace winsImage created using AIEver felt like your office was a battleground?Workplace conflict is as common as coffee breaks, but it doesn’t have to be as jarring as a burnt espresso. Let’s take a closer look at the world of cubicle clashes and boardroom brawls and learn how to turn those frowns... Continue Reading →
Why embracing what makes you different is keyDo you ever feel like you don’t quite fit in or measure up?What if I told you that your so-called “flaws” or things that make you different are actually your superpowers?In today’s world of curated social media highlights and unrealistic standards of beauty, it can be easy to forget... Continue Reading →
A simple coping strategy to help manage overwhelming feelingsImage created using AIAnxiety is a normal human emotion, but for some, it can feel completely overwhelming.If you’ve ever experienced a panic attack, you know the intense physical and mental distress it causes.Thankfully, there are strategies you can use to help manage anxiety in the moment. One such... Continue Reading →
Image created by the author using Ideogram.A new way to encourage positive behaviour change behind barsAs someone who worked for Court Services Victoria (Australia) for over 10 years, I am aware that prisons today face many challenges in rehabilitating inmates and reducing recidivism rates.Overcrowding, lack of funding, and outdated rehabilitation programmes all contribute to high rates... Continue Reading →
Image by the author using IdeogramThe lonely pursuit of likes and notificationsAre you mindlessly scrolling through your social media feeds late into the night, desperately seeking that next dopamine hit of likes, comments, or shares?Is your addiction to platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and X (Twitter) actually making you more lonely?A growing body of research suggests that... Continue Reading →
Image created using AIA Comprehensive Guide for Busy ProfessionalsThe modern work environment presents unique challenges for our well-being. With always-on technologies, blurred work-life boundaries, and the ongoing stresses of the pandemic, job burnout has become disturbingly common. But it doesn’t have to defeat us.Join me as we explore burnout in-depth, including its causes and how to... Continue Reading →
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