While there is no one road to happiness, science tells us there are some small shifts we can make in our own lives that can help us cultivate a little more happiness in our lives. At a time where the pandemic and political division can have us feeling down, here are five … [Read more...] about How to cultivate a little more happiness at home and at work
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Plan for a family financial retreat and ease money-related stress
Money is consistently among the top sources of stress for Americans year over year, according to the American Psychological Association’s 2014 Stress in America survey. Simultaneously, just 37 percent said they often talk with their family members about the subject. Communication … [Read more...] about Plan for a family financial retreat and ease money-related stress
Real family values
How suppressed emotions cut us off from loved ones and ourselves. David Servan-Schreiber | Sept/Oct 2009 issue Tom had a successful career... in the mafia. He'd been a millionaire, able to have any woman he wanted, and rubbed shoulders with influential people. Yet when he … [Read more...] about Real family values
Grandmother’s Day: A chance to show what grandmas have to give
In an effort to preserve the knowledge and skills of grandparents, famous Irish chef Darina Allen launched Slow Food International Grandmother’s Day, to be celebrated every April 25th. Sanra Ritten | May 2009 issue Is Grandmother’s Day just a ploy to persuade people to buy … [Read more...] about Grandmother’s Day: A chance to show what grandmas have to give
It’s all in their heads
Our brains don't mature until our 20s. Knowing that could change how you talk to young people. David Servan-Schreiber | November 2008 issue Ben, 18, borrows his father’s car to go on a trip with friends. At 2 a.m., he’s driving more than 100 mph (160 km/h) on a country lane, the … [Read more...] about It’s all in their heads