R U OK to have the Conversation? RU OK? day will be held on Thursday 9 September, 2021. It is a national day of action dedicated to reminding everyone that every day is the day to ask, “Are you OK?” and support those struggling with life’s ups and downs. The day has been held annually […]
Resilience
Growth Mindset and Emotional Intelligence
Is there a Link between Growth Mindset and Emotional Intelligence?
We know that positive emotions ‘broaden and build’ whilst negative emotions ‘narrow and limit’ our mindsets. If we want our workplaces to be more innovative, agile and collaborative, how can we increase sef-awareness and enable people to shift their mindsets to be more effective?
Gratitude – Give Yourself this Gift
At this time of year when our focus is on buying Christmas gifts, there is one special gift we would do well not to overlook, and that is – the gift of gratitude. This is an incredibly powerful gift that is available to all of us all the time, but it is often overlooked. The […]
Building Our Capacity for Better Thinking
“The world as we have created it is a process of our thinking. It cannot be changed without changing our thinking”
Getting the Most out of Feedback
How do you feel when you hear the words “Do you mind if I give you some feedback?” Are you filled with excitement and curiosity or an impending sense of foreboding and doom? Most of us will experience the second reaction. Why is this the case? The world of neuroscience is now helping us understand […]
Is Social Media making us Less Happy?
When people are asked what they want from life, many say they just want to be happy. What might surprise them, however, is that their social media habits might be undermining their quest and at the same time, increasing their stress levels.