Lockdown Lethargy – a wasted opportunity?
This third lockdown is definitely the most boring of the three – the novelty has worn off, it’s cold outside, and we thought we’d be through it all by now […]
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Why self-employed is the way to go
I was pushed into self employment, having been made redundant twice in a row – this was 20 years ago. I just decided that I wasn’t going to beg for
Putting a bit back
What’s the most effective way to make a difference to people who need help? . a) send money? b) give them some of your time? Either the individuals or the
Should you always do everything perfectly?
Is it possible to be too fussy? Surely we can’t condone poor quality? Let’s unpick this a bit……. Is there more to life than planning? from 5 Ways to Control
Can one do too much planning?
I love planning? But is it possible to overdo it? What is the right amount? Is there more to life than planning? from 5 Ways to Control Your Time by
What’s YOUR pet negative emotion??
Based on a survey of 398 people so far, I have found that the commonest negative emotions (you can suffer from more than one) are: weight word 238 Worry 229
How to reduce Anger
I must admit it’s probably my commonest negative emotion. I call it irritation or frustration but those are really just forms of anger. Is it ever OK to get angry? Yes
Chris Croft’s Happiness Equation
You happiness comes from the past, the present, and the future Your eudaemonic happiness is the sum of how you feel about the past which has led up to where
How Does Life Work?
We all want increased success and increased happiness – to achieve more and to enjoy more – but how do we do that, and can we do both at the
Reading List for Happiness and Success
Got some time during lock-down? Don’t spend all of it on jigsaws or computer games, maybe read some of these so you’re ready when things start up again……. Recommended reading
Retire early and live longer
I have a friend whose Dad worked in steel in Glasgow. Worked 16 to 65, died age 66. We probably all know examples of this. I read that teachers who
Can you change yourself?
There is a school of thought which says that we are largely a collection of habits, which get reinforced each time we follow them. Who knows how they start, probably some
The Science of Happiness
free monthly email list: www.free-management-tips.co.uk I’ve been thinking about whether it’s possible to achieve as much as you can while also having the best quality of life you can… Does
Self-isolating – 15 happiness ideas
It’s all pretty depressing, having to hide away in our homes and wait for the dreaded virus to go away again – or possibly get us, …or those we love. And
13 books that blew me away
Here are some books that I loved, and which have stayed with me. Not business books, but fascinating novels that you HAVE to read! In no particular order: Crash by JB
“this course is a game-changer”
I found this review on a site called Benzinga. Never heard of it, nothing to do with me, not solicited or applied for or anything – so it’s cool to
