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The new era of positive psychology | Martin Seligman
Martin Seligman talks about psychology -- as a field of study and as it works one-on-one with each patient and each practitioner. As it moves beyond a focus on disease, what can modern psychology help us to become?
How Does a ‘Spiritual Materialist’ Find Meaning? Ask Alan Lightman – Poet, Physicist, Philosopher.
Dr. Alan Lightman, a professor of physics and humanities at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, speaks with the John Templeton Foundation about how he finds meaning, mystery, and a sense of comfort in a universe whose natural laws seem to communicate a clear message: despite our yearning for permanence, nothing--not even the universe itself--lasts forever.... Read more
The Mindfulness Movement: Real Talk with Rob Beemer and Rich Fernandez
In this conversation, Rich and Rob discuss the state of the mindfulness movement today, and how the role of mindfulness in society has changed so dramatically in light of the global pandemic and growing awareness of racial injustice.
The Science of Gratitude
Written by Summer Allen, Ph.D. Over the past two decades scientists have made great strides toward understanding the biological roots of gratitude, the various benefits that accompany gratitude, and the ways that people can cultivate feelings of gratitude in their day-to-day lives. The studies comprising this science of gratitude are the subject of this paper.... Read more
Positive Neuroscience
Written by Summer Allen, Ph.D. This white paper focuses on the research that has emanated from these awards. In particular, it discusses the neuroscience of social attachment and relationships (“the social brain”), compassion and generosity (“the compassionate brain”), musical talent and musical appreciation (“the musical brain”), and emotional regulation and resiliency (“the resilient brain”). Download... Read more
No health without mental health
Martin Prince, Vikram Patel, Shekhar Saxena, Mario Maj, Joanna Maselko, Michael R Phillips, Atif Rahman Mental health awareness needs to be integrated into all aspects of health and social policy, health-system planning, and delivery of primary and secondary general health care.No health without mental health, Lancet 2007; 370: 859 Download PDF Lancet 2007; 370: 859–77Published... Read more
Theoretical and Empirical Connections Between Forgiveness, Mental Health, and Well-Being
Loren Toussaint, Jon R. Webb Handbook of forgiveness, 2005; Chapter Twenty-One Theoretical_and_Empirical_Connections_BeDownload
Scientists and medical practitioners are taking a fresh look at the ways that patients’ religious beliefs affect their healthcare needs
When we think of the frontiers where religion and science intersect — in conflict, harmony, or confusion — we might envision a philosophical debate at a university, a particle accelerator probing the origins of the universe, or perhaps a high-stakes courtroom battle like the Scopes “Monkey” trial. For most people, though, the realms of the... Read more
Self-Care Tips for Working From Home
Whether you’re working from home or self-isolating with your family, this is an unprecedented chapter and it will take some time adjusting to our ‘new normal’. Balancing home life, work demands and home schooling your children requires great energy and patience and in this new landscape you might be feeling more squeezed than ever before.... Read more
Spirituality and Health
When we think of the frontiers where religion and science intersect — in conflict, harmony, or confusion — we might envision a philosophical debate at a university, a particle accelerator probing the origins of the universe, or perhaps a high-stakes courtroom battle like the Scopes “Monkey” trial. For most people, though, the realms of the... Read more
Social Cohesion – Why is it Important?
Introduction Social Cohesion is an ideal ultimate objectives to create a inclusive, and sustainable society. ‘No man is an island’ is a famous quote that most of us are very aware of, which reminds us of our own distinct and unique purpose. The truth is, no one can ever do their usual routines without interacting with someone. Each... Read more
Consider the Alternatives: Decision-Making Options for Young Adults with Intellectual Disabilities
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3 ways to be more inclusive | Aduke Onafowokan
Aduke Onafowokan is gender equality, diversity and inclusion advocate. In 2016, she founded The sister sister network, a 5000+ leadership organization for women offering networking opportunities and leadership training to women across the globe. Aduke Onafowokan is gender equality, diversity and inclusion advocate. In 2016, she founded The Sister-Sister Network, a 5000+ leadership organisation for... Read more
‘We The People’ for The Global Goals
A new plan for people and planet has just launched - the UN Global Goals for Sustainable Development. Tell everyone! In 2015, world leaders agreed to 17 Global Goals (officially known as the Sustainable Development Goals or SDGs). These goals have the power to create a better world by 2030, by ending poverty, fighting inequality... Read more
How to be happier | Richard Layard
Richard Layard explains how we can move towards a kinder, happier, gentler society. Most people now realise that economic growth, however desirable, will not solve all our problems. Instead, we need a philosophy and a science which encompasses a much fuller range of human need and experience. This book argues that the goal for a... Read more
How to Measure Happiness Around the World | National Geographic
Happiness is something that everyone feels in a different way. If you had to measure happiness, what would you do? Pharrell Williams compared happiness to “a room without a roof,” and the Beatles sang that happiness is “a warm gun.” If you had to measure happiness, what would you do? Every year the scientists at... Read more
Let’s Build Back Happier!
As we near the launch of the 2021 World Happiness Report, we are thrilled to be kicking off the official WHR blog. Here at Wall’s we serve 28 billion portions of “happiness” in communities across the world every year and we’re on a mission to make the world a happier, more inclusive place. After a... Read more
How We Can Make the World a Better Place by 2030
Can we end hunger and poverty, halt climate change and achieve gender equality in the next 15 years? The governments of the world think we can. Meeting at the UN in September 2015, they agreed to a new set of Global Goals for the development of the world to 2030. Social progress expert Michael Green... Read more
The surprisingly dramatic role of nutrition in mental health
NOTE FROM TED: Please consult with a mental health professional and do not look to this talk for medical advice as the intersection of mental health and nutrition is still an emerging field of study. We've flagged this talk for falling outside TEDx's curatorial guidelines because it oversimplifies interpretations of legitimate studies. TEDx events are... Read more
