Gross National Happiness (GNH) Day was observed last Monday, November 11th. The GNH concept was first introduced by the Bhutanese King in the 1970s. GNH promotes a holistic approach to development, emphasising that well-being should be measured by economic growth and non-economic factors such as health, education, and environmental sustainability.
Leadership failures are most apparent when decisions exacerbate inequality, suppress free expression, and sustain inefficiencies.
Crises often present opportunities for deep reflection and lasting change.
Since the millennium, global unrest has surged, heightening the risk of social upheaval. Today, corruption remains a critical issue.
In the late nineteenth century, George Eliot believed she had coined the term ‘meliorist’ when she wrote, “I do not know that I ever heard anybody use the word ‘meliorist’ except myself.” Her contemporaries credited her with coining both ‘meliorist’ and
A nitpicker is a person who finds faults, however small or unimportant, everywhere they look. After meeting someone, a nitpicker lists every tiny thing s/he did not like about the encounter. When discussing people, they often focus on seemingly minor flaws, even if they are insignificant.
Narcissism has become a popular topic to understand today, probably due in large part to Freud’s work on the ego.
Popcorn brain has become an innovative term describing a cognitive state where the brain rapidly jumps from one thought to another,
In today’s world, shopping has become an everyday activity. However, when shopping becomes uncontrollable, it is important to determine if it is just a habit or a genuine problem. Especially while travelling, some individuals prioritise shopping over appreciating the beauty of nature.
Two roads diverged in a mall and a forest—which one will you choose to explore? An oniomaniac will prefer discovering hidden gems in shops rather than nature’s wonders.
Neglectful parenting behaviours may be traced back to individuals who experienced neglect in their own families. These individuals may not understand or know how to care for their family members.
For some people, family is not the most important thing; although they love their family, they consider themselves not inclined towards being a ‘family person.’
Individuals who exhibit toxic behaviour tend to be unsupportive of their family members’ choices, interests, and accomplishments.
The human being is the most brilliant social creature among all living beings. But to become truly humane, one needs to eliminate the top three emotional diseases that can eat away at happiness.
There are some health issues that are commonly stigmatised in our society. In some families, mental health conditions like mood disorders or Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) may not have been openly discussed, while issues such as anxiety disorders or ‘short-temper’ are more commonly talked about.
The smile may be the most deceptive of all the facial expressions. After dissecting the smile in “Mona Lisa’s painting,’ scientists found her 83% happy, 9% disgusted, 6% fearful, and 2% angry. She was less than 1% neutral and not surprised expression.
Scientists still cannot interpret all body language accurately. A partial shoulder shrug indicates uncertainty or a lack of commitment. A genuine and authentic response causes both shoulders to rise fully and equally. When only one side rises, the message is doubtful. Research suggests that assuming a “power pose” makes people feel more powerful and changes testosterone and cortisol levels. Touch is the most primitive and powerful nonverbal cue.
Body language is a type of nonverbal communication. It mainly includes facial expressions, body posture, gestures, eye movement, touch, and the use of space.
