Hope and happiness are in short supply in these stressful times. But there is more inspiration to draw from than meets the eye. This is a period in history, clearly, that calls on the energy and imagination of all generations. We all need to be listening to and interacting with each other in order to improve… Continue reading Four Ways to Cultivate Happiness in the World — Even Now!
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Serious Loneliness Spans the Adult Lifespan but There Is a Silver Lining
In recent years, public health officials have warned about a rising epidemic of loneliness, with rates of loneliness reportedly doubling over the past 50 years. In a new study, researchers at University of California San Diego School of Medicine put a specific, concerning and surprising face to the issue. Publishing in the December 18 2018… Continue reading Serious Loneliness Spans the Adult Lifespan but There Is a Silver Lining
Wisdom at the End of Life
Wisdom is typically considered to be the fruit of a long life, the accumulation of experiences lived and lessons learned. In recent years, scientists have created a consensus definition of wisdom as a complex trait with several inter-related components, such as compassion, emotional regulation, spirituality and tolerance. For a paper published January 24th 2018 in… Continue reading Wisdom at the End of Life