Measuring young people's quality of life globally! The Youth Progress Index is one of the first instruments developed to give the full story of what life is like for a young person today, independent of economic indicators. It brings together reliable, relevant data to give each country a score on how well different countries meet Basic... Read more
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How to Overcome Seasonal Affective Disorder This Winter
Seasonal affective disorder, sometimes referred to as seasonal depression or simply SAD, is amood disorder that primarily impacts people during the short, dark, colder days of the winterseason. Because of its unpredictability and often varying length, seasonal affective disorder canbe difficult to recognize and diagnose, even for trained physicians. As we continue to navigatethrough the... Read more
4 Tips for Avoiding Burnout During the Great Resignation
Few, if any, impactful events in history have come and gone without earning some type of titlethat is either catchy, descriptive, or both. That is certainly the case with what the economy hasbeen experiencing over the last several months, and perhaps for many more months to come:The Great Resignation. This is a play on both... Read more
Setting Realistic Goals
Social media and its larger-than-life representations of what everyone is up to have significantly influenced the way we want to set goals. For instance, when we consume so many intimate, personal stories of unexpected success such as owning a house by the age of 25, having a 6 figure starting salary, or when we watch... Read more
How Structured Morning Routines Help Improve Overall Well-Being
Someone in your life has undoubtedly told you, “Breakfast is the most important meal of the day.” And for good reason: there is truth behind that statement, as cliché as it may sound after hearing it time and time again. According to WebMD, “breakfast kick-starts your metabolism, helping you burn calories throughout the day.” The... Read more
Practicing the Art of Kindness
Simply getting on with our lives, no matter how rewarding and meaningful, cannot produce the sense of fulfillment and pure joy that kindness and acts of giving back into the world that nurtures and nourishes us can! Think of moments like when your friend likes the birthday present you spent weeks choosing for her, or... Read more
Active Listening and Inclusivity
In any multicultural workplace, institution, classroom, etc., to create a healthy environment, the first priority is to make everyone heard. This is done to ensure that the workplace can be an inclusive environment that can be a melting pot for everyone’s creativity and potential to be harnessed and put to use. You may wonder why... Read more
Tips for Multicultural Collaboration
Happier Way Original - A common phrase we hear all the time is “it’s a small world.” And truly, it is! In the era of zoom conferences across time zones, knowledge sharing and information dissemination taking place across vast geographical areas in what seems like no time at all, new and improved modes of communication... Read more
Doing Boundaries: Healthy Boundaries for Healthy Relationships
Ever since the pandemic hit, the importance of boundaries in everyday life has become more prominent than ever before. Think about how confusing it was for one household to turn into an office space, a classroom, a place for rest and relaxation while simultaneously becoming a gym, a restaurant, a boardroom, and a bedroom. What... Read more
10 Female Real Estate Influencers You Should Be Following
There’s more to female real estate influencers than Dior bags, Jimmy Choo heels and globetrotting. Okay, maybe that’s a part of the package. But unlike the stereotypical influencer, they are part of the industry as agents and investors. To be clear, the purpose of this post isn’t intended to promote affluence or wealth. Rather, it’s... Read more
The Three Benefits of Regular Journaling
Happier Way Original - It can seem a bit strange at first to pick up a blank notebook with the expectation that you are going to write down some meaningful thoughts, find some deeper insights within mundane documentation and emerge a more enriched person at the end of your first journal entry. Perhaps it is... Read more
Is Multitasking Possible?
Happier Way Original - In the times that we live in, there has been a glorification of multitasking, and putting our precious time to the best possible use has become a desirable way of life! Multitasking is indeed a lifestyle that has become a proclaimed mantra of success for many, focusing on getting multiple tasks... Read more
Tips for Transitioning Into a Post Covid World
Happier Way Original - Nothing feels like it will ever be the same since the spring of 2020, yet numerous lockdowns, Zoom dinners, Teams meetings, online lectures later, we are finally at a point where we can see the end in sight. Playgrounds and classrooms are filling up once again, the clinking of cutlery... Read more
Join the Trolls and be a food hero! | United Nations and FAO #ActNow #TrollsFoodHeroes
For the International Year of Fruits and Vegetables, the Trolls are joining forces with the United Nations, the UN Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the UN Foundation to raise awareness of the important role of fruits and vegetables in creating a happy and healthy planet. The colourful and happy Trolls want YOU to eat... Read more
A financial guide: Helping your child with a disability become a financially secure adult
Preparing your child for a secure financial future as an adult with a disability If you have a child with a disability, you’ve probably asked yourself how to ensure that your child has the best life possible – not only now, but after they transition into adulthood. This means setting up tools, trusts and resources... Read more
How to Support Black Lives Matter Online
The threat of Coronavirus means many of us must continue to support Black Lives Matter online. Unfortunately, fighting social justice issues online isn’t always a risk-free protest in itself. Are you looking for a way to stay safe as you continue to fight for Black rights online? Well, don’t worry. vpnMentor has compiled all of... Read more
How You Can Take Action on World Suicide Prevention Day
Happier Way Original - As we approach World Suicide Prevention Day on September 10th, we must take a step back and reflect on the terrible impact that suicide has had on our society. The National Institute of Mental Health has compiled eye-opening statistics about suicide in the United States. For people 34 and younger, suicide... Read more
5 Tips to Practice Mindful Eating
Happier Way Original - Mindful Eating Mindful eating refers to the act of paying attention to our food and purposefully consuming it without any judgment. Mindful eating emphasizes people's sensual awareness of the food they are eating and their experience while eating it. Sometimes we eat without giving much thought to it. While there is... Read more
How to Maintain a Healthy Work-Life Balance While Working from Home
Happier Way Original - The pandemic changed the way we think, feel, and act. This means that virtually all aspects of life were impacted. As employees shifted away from the office and the lines between home and work became blurred, it became even more important than ever to dedicate mental strength toward maintaining a healthy... Read more
Zoom Fatigue – how it affects your daily life and how to combat it
Combating Virtual/Zoom Fatigue Over the last two years, a lot of office work has been shifted online due to obvious reasons. This remote work was thought to be more accessible and fun at the start, but its side effects have impacted individuals across the globe. If you feel tired, anxious, and nervous recently, you may... Read more