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Positive psychology experts don’t follow their own advice. What they actually do may be the key to wellbeing

Positive psychology experts don’t follow their own advice. What they actually do may be the key to wellbeing

You don’t need to make dramatic life changes to improve wellbeing. A simple mindset change can help maintain long-term wellbeing.

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Jolanta Burke

Dick Van Dyke credits his longevity to his positive outlook – and research says optimists live longer

Dick Van Dyke credits his longevity to his positive outlook – and research says optimists live longer

While we can’t control everything that impacts our health, making room for a more positive outlook in life can help support both wellbeing and...

11.12.2025 5

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Jolanta Burke

Fearful of reaching your next milestone age? A psychologist’s tips to combat the ‘birthday blues’

Milestone birthdays often prompt people to re-evaluate their meaning in life.

04.06.2025 4

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Jolanta Burke

Feel like you’re in a funk? Here’s what you can do to get out of it – and how you can prevent it from happening in the future

You might fall into a funk for many reasons – whether that’s returning home from a fun holiday or because you aren’t sure where you’re going in life.

17.02.2025 5

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Jolanta Burke

Workplace wellbeing programmes often don’t work – but here’s how to make them better

The World Health Organization (WHO) has just published alarming statistics showing that employee mental health issues result in a US$1 trillion...

26.09.2024 1

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Jolanta Burke